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PSC sets informal conference in Martin County Water monitoring case
The Kentucky Public Service Commission has announced an informal conference to address “a recent filing” in case 2020-00154 in which it monitors the Martin County Water District. Scheduled for Nov. 21 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., the meeting will be conducted via videoconference “to discuss issues presented in this matter.” According to a notice…
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Public can weigh in on second massive solar plant in Martin County
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Lynn Bark Energy Center’s plans to build a massive solar facility in Martin County are moving forward and the public has a chance to weigh in. The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) is reviewing the company’s application for a facility capable of generating up to 200 megawatts of…
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Martin County Water projects rate increase in 2026
BY LISA STAYTON MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Martin County Water District projects a rate increase in 2026. The water district addressed the rate increase question and others in response to the Kentucky Public Service Commission’s recent request for documents and answers “under oath.” The PSC’s request, outlined in a June 18 filing signed by Executive…
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Average monthly residential electricity bill to increase 5.66%
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN FRANKFORT — Residential customers of Kentucky Power will experience an average monthly bill increase of approximately 5.66%, or about $8.32. This increase approved Friday by the Kentucky Public Service Commission is significantly lower than the original 18.3% hike proposed by Kentucky Power in July 2023. Kentucky Power’s application also included…
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Kentucky Power rate request and proposed settlement still open for comment
BY CARRIE RAY Kentucky Power (KP), a utility serving 20 of Kentucky’s poorest counties, has asked for an increase in electricity rates for homeowners, renters and small businesses – the fourth in eight years. The increase, currently in a settlement agreement under review by the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC), could bring in $74 million…
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Public meetings set for Kentucky Power rate increase, PSC invites comments
FRANKFORT — The Kentucky Public Service Commission announced meetings at four locations and a virtual meeting to provide information to the public and allow residents to comment on Kentucky Power’s proposed 18.3% rate increase for residential customers. The PSC is also accepting written comments ahead of the public hearing on the case Nov. 28. According…
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Water rate goes up for Martin County
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT FRANKFORT — Martin County Water customers will pay about 10 percent more for their water. The Kentucky Public Service Commission entered an order late Tuesday raising the water rate. The minimum monthly bill, plus the $7.35 surcharges, increases from $44.67 to $48.77. The cost per 1,000 gallons over the minimum 2,000 gallons increases from…
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PSC opens investigation of Martin County Water District
Utility has had persistent problems with water loss, service quality FRANKFORT (April 11, 2016) — The Kentucky Public Service Commission has opened an investigation of the operations and management of Martin County Water District. In an order issued today, the PSC cited longstanding concerns about the district which have not been addressed or have resurfaced…
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