20240422Comment_1.pdf

From: Matthew Hadler<[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday,April 22, 2024 2:23 PM
To: secretary<[e-mail]>
Subject: Case No VPI-W-24-01 -Comment
To Whom It May Concern;
I am writing to comment on VP Inc's request to increase rates of their water services. I am an owner of
two lots in the Hidden Lakes Neighborhood. I can only speak to my own situation. I pay$40 per lot per
month for services I don't even receive. Both of my lots do not receive water as of yet.Therefore I am of
no burden to the system yet I pay$40 per lot per month for a total of$960 a year. What they are
proposing is a 38%increase in rates.That's ridiculous.
No business would propose such a rate increase at such a short notice. My annual requirement would
be $1320 per year for no water services rendered.
I am highly opposed to this rate increase as it is of no benefit nor value to me.
I would receive no increase in quality, infrastructure nor help. Where is the proof they need the extra
revenue? Do their financials demonstrate a need for increased revenue? If they are operating at a loss
than prove it. If they need new or specific employees,than demonstrate the need?
Please feel free to contact me directly at [e-mail].
Regards,
Matthew Hadler
Owner, Hidden Lakes Neighborhood
Sandpoint, ID

VP Inc.
PO Box 1785
Sandpoint, ID 83864-0903
CUSTOMER NOTICE
February 15,2024
VP Inc. has filed an application with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission(IPUC) requesting__
approval of a rate increase to be effective July 1,2024. The Company is proposing to increase
overall revenue by$10,451. This represents an overall increase of 21.5%.
This rate increase is deemed necessary and prudent to enable ongoing maintenance and
operation of existing infrastructure and allow for a reasonable rate of return on investment.
If approved, a residential customer would see the monthly bill increase to$55.00.
This application is a proposal, subject to public review and a Commission decision.
A copy of the application is available for review at the offices of the Commission and VP Inc.
The application may also be viewed on the IPUC web site at www.puc.idaho.gov. The
application and other case information may be found by clicking on the "WATER"icon,then on
"OPEN CASES"and scroll down to Case No.VPI-W-24-01.
Interested parties may submit written comments to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.
• File comments electronically via the Commission website at:www.puc.idaho.gov. (look
for the case comment form under "CONSUMERS"on the home page.
• Email comments to: [e-mail]
• Mail comments to:
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0074.
When submitting comments, please refer to Case No.VPI-W-24-01.