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Public Utilities and Services Commission urges stronger oversight, staffing and resources
Summary
The chair of Richmond’s Public Utilities and Services Commission told the Governmental Operations committee the commission lacks resources and staff to provide consistent oversight and recommended a better‑resourced auditing model and clearer roles for long‑term utility oversight.
Kevin (chair, Public Utilities and Services Commission) told the Governmental Operations Standing Committee on Jan. 13 that the newly reconstituted Public Utilities and Services Commission has produced an October report that identifies structural challenges, including quorum problems, limited volunteer capacity and insufficient staff and budget to perform sustained oversight of Richmond utilities.
The commission’s October report, the chair said, urged continued advocacy for state…
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