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March 28, 2005
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
472 W. Washington 8t.
Boise. Idaho 83702
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RE: United Water request for rate increase
To Whom It May Concern:
It is our understanding that United Water has requested a nearly 22% rate increase
to support infrastructure and technology enhancements. While we accept the need to
cover increasing costs, we are concerned about the impact on low and fixed income
residents in the United Water service area. As the housing authority serving the same
jurisdiction, we know this increase will have a disparate impact on those households least
able, to absorb extra costs.
We noted in a November 2004 United Water press release that United Water
stated its intention to "along with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission staff and other
interested parties, conduct workshops to collaboratively develop a "low-income
assistance program that effectively meets lower-income customer s needs." The press
release further stated
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If an agreeable program can be developed, the company would
seek implementation in conjunction with any adjustments in rates ordered by the Idaho
Public Utilities Commission.
The Boise City/Ada County Housing Authority would be interested in knowing
the status of the development of the low-income assistance program and further to offer
to participate in the process if our participation might be beneficial to the cause.
We look forward to your reply either by mail, email: dwatson(fYbcacha.org, or by
telephone: direct line 363-9714.
Sincerely
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