#Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission
PUC to hold public hearing on proposed Hawaiʻi water rate increase in Kapalua, Maui
This hearing is limited to Hawaii Water’s request for a rate increase. It does not address the ongoing broader dispute about water management in the Kapalua region of West Maui. The commission previously stated that it does not have the legal authority to make determinations about water allocation and priority uses of water.
Maui Council to consider response to Young Brothers’ proposed shipping rate hike
The Maui County Council will consider a draft resolution Friday that opposes Young Brothers’ proposed inter-island shipping rate increase of nearly $26.4 million, or 27% increase over current effective rates. The Council’s draft resolution is on its May 2 agenda and addresses Young Brothers’ application to the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission on Oct. 15. (Public […]
Public input sought for Hawaiʻi Gas rate increase
Hawaiʻi Gas, the state’s regulated gas utility, has filed a request with the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission for a proposed rate adjustment, which may affect monthly bills for residents and businesses across the state. The utility is seeking a total revenue increase of approximately 17.67%, though the actual impact on individual bills will vary based on factors such as gas usage, customer classification (residential or commercial) and the island of residence.
