Docket Number	Docket Name	Company
UE 459	PGE APPLICATION FOR DISTRIBUTION PLAN ALTERNATIVE RATE MECHANISM	PORTLAND GENERAL ELECTRIC

Created Date	Comment Type	First Name	Last Name	Comment
8/4/2025 1:54:03 PM	Oppose Docket	Jeff	Smith	To the Oregon Public Utility Commission, I am writing to voice strong opposition to Portland General Electric’s proposed 2.2% rate increase—amounting to an additional $72.2 million in revenues—outlined in Advice No. 25-22, Docket UE 459. PGE claims this increase is necessary to recover capital costs related to its 2024 Distribution System Plan. However, this request comes on the heels of PGE reporting record profits and issuing assurances to investors about its financial strength and long-term growth strategy. It is unacceptable to ask nearly one million Oregon ratepayers to shoulder higher monthly bills while the company enjoys robust returns and continues to reward shareholders. The timing of this request is particularly offensive. Oregon families and small businesses are already facing a cost-of-living crisis. PGE’s own filing acknowledges “the challenging economic environment for customers”—yet it moves forward anyway with a plan that will raise the average residential customer’s bill by $4.49/month. That may seem minor to PGE executives and shareholders, but to working Oregonians, it adds up. Moreover, the mechanism PGE has selected—the DSP Alternative Recovery Mechanism (Schedule 121)—allows them to bypass a full rate review, restricting scrutiny and public accountability. This is regulatory maneuvering, not responsible stewardship. The Commission’s downgrade in regulatory climate rankings and Moody’s credit rating note show that the primary concern here isn’t ratepayer impact—it’s keeping Wall Street comfortable. Oregonians are not an ATM for utility profits. If PGE believes in transparency and fairness, it should fully absorb these infrastructure investments—especially during periods of high profitability—rather than offload the burden to the very customers who made those profits possible. I urge the Commission to reject this rate increase and demand that PGE demonstrate real financial need before imposing further hardship on Oregon residents. Respectfully, Jeff Smith Portland, Oregon Ratepayer and Concerned Citizen
8/4/2025 2:02:41 PM	General Comment	Phil	Dimotsis	DO NOT pass a rate increase for PGE. PGE posted record profits in 2024 and their CEO was compensated 7.4 million dollars for the year. It is unthinkable to me that both of these things can be true and yet PGE can demand a rate increase and the PUC (you) might just shrug and rubber stamp it. Maria Pope, no thank you. Stop it.
8/4/2025 2:22:13 PM	General Comment	Douglas	Robertson	This proposed rate increase for residential customers is wrong. There are other ways for PGE to fund capital improvements.
8/4/2025 8:19:29 PM	Oppose Docket			No more PGE rate hikes. The company is well funded and apparently flush with cash. My personal rates are up 60% over the last 10 years, compared with NW Natural which is down about 3% over the same period. This is after spending thousands on energy efficient appliances, new windows, insulation, LED lighting, on and on. You, OPUC, are responsible to the rate payers. NO MORE. Please, you are killing us.
8/5/2025 10:25:45 PM	General Comment	Debra	Krug	Do NOT let PGE raise our rates AGAIN. Many of us are struggling, while PGE's, Maria Pope, made $7.4 MILLION DOLLARS with $1.8 Million dollar being a bonus on OUR BACKS. DO NOT APPROVE THIS CURRENT RATE INCREASE PGE SUBMITTED. THEY JUST RAISED IT. DON'T DO IT AGAIN .THE GOVERNOR appoints the Public Utilities Commission; I've been a life long Dem but between this, a useless BoLI and the transportation dept issues... I'm done voting in Democrats who are now trying to hurt our pocketbooks.
8/6/2025 5:11:51 PM	General Comment	Jessica	Allen	Respectfully, please no more rate increases!! Oregonians are already strapped and struggling to afford housing and food. The CEO needs a pay cut and Oregonians need more money in our pockets! Our mismanaged tax dollars are bad enough.
8/9/2025 10:08:35 PM	Oppose Docket	Jesse	Banks	Why does a public service utility need to make such massive profit? Why has the cost increased so fast in the last 10 years? Embezzlement? Corruption? Dreams of being a tech-bro monopoly? Seriously, the c-series does not deserve a multi-million dollar compensation package to simply raise prices/profits to afford higher executive personal compensation packages. What has PGE done lately to deserve this? it's not reliability, I've had more interruptions in the last 3 years than the previous 7 combined. This utility monopoly does not serve Oregon. It only hastened my move to offline solar, so I can remove myself from the PGE extortion.
8/12/2025 12:31:47 AM	General Comment			I am writing to oppose the 2.2% rate increase. Our cost for electricity has risen 13.45% since we installed solar in 2022. Even though we return an average of 400KW per month to the grid, we see no direct benefit. In the March 2024 Tru up, $181.80 was transferred to the low income assistance program. That same program charges us .60 per month as a tax/fee. PGE had the audacity to charge us $3.63 in one time energy use charges, transmission charges, distribution charges and a power cost adjustment in March 2025. We installed solar to mitigate the rising cost of energy and reduce demand on the power grid. Instead of rewarding us, PGE continues to bilk us while giving a discount on electricity to PGE's employees and retired. Enough. Let PGE absorb more of the cost of power generation and distribution and less to their shareholders while giving relief to those of us who actually generate power. Regards, Linda Monahan 10248 SW kent ct. Tigard, OR 97224 503-805-9102 Lsmonahan@comcast.net Sent from my Galaxy
8/14/2025 9:40:11 PM	General Comment	Mel	Zillick@gmail.com	This article vividly confirms why PGE has raised its rates so drastically. Why are we paying for something that we may benefit from yet not as drastically as utilities and the data center owners will. The hierarchical structure that is taking over this country will continue to make the rich very much richer while the rest of us continue to struggle. As you represent the people of this state the OPUC needs to put realistic guardrails in place. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/14/business/energy-environment/ai-data-centers-electricity-costs.html
9/29/2025 12:32:40 PM	Oppose Docket	Chad	Roberts	I think having the customer or the solar company for the bill for a transformer upgrade is not fair. These solar systems are already extremely expensive and they benifit the power company by making the grid more resilient. It seems like the power company should cover the stuff before the meter and the customer cover stuff after the meter
10/24/2025 12:32:14 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Luke Wisher Portland, 97206 lukewisher@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:17 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. We can not afford this! Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Alexis Fields West Linn, 97068 asmf10@ymail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:20 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Jennifer Ray West Linn, 97068 raybonnart@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:32:22 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Christy Morse Mulino, 97042 vernlowensjr@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:24 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Vern Owens Mulino, 97042 vernlowensjr@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:27 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Joan Torok West Linn, 97068 jm2torok@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:30 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Brent Rocks Portland, 97201 brent_rocks@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:32:32 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. We realize the PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. But with a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like us are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. We also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise our bills. How can we be expected to trust our utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect us to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, David Corkran Portland, 97229 dave&char21@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:35 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Prior to retirement, I was an economist who testified in utility cases as an expert witness on behalf of utilities, utility commissions, industrial customers and independent power producers, but never in Oregon. So I have some understanding of the utility regulatory process and the need to protect confidential data while being as transparent as possible. Over the past 4 years, PGE has raised it's rates by almost 50%. Now PGE, the utility that serves my home, has requested an additional increase in rates. However, the details of what and why the money will spent on has not been fully communicated to the public. In particular the investments in transmission and distribution have not been shared fully and as a residential customer I would like to know more about where my money is going. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep the transmission and distribution grid operational. If the investments are to serve a specific class of customers, such as data centers or industrial customers, then it is the duty of the PUC to allocate these costs to that class. Residential Oregonians like me should not pay for costs of serving other classes of customers. The Commission must fairly allocate costs to customers to be recovered in rates. The Commission should provide more transparency as to what projects are being proposed and why the projects costs are being allocated and recovered via rates. So please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, THOMAS KARWAKI Portland, 97203 karwaki@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:32:38 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. It is unconscionable that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill, I want to know where every penny of my money is going. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want complete transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide complete transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s immoral to require payment for an unknown reason. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Anne Mitchell Portland, 97206 mitchellanne@hotmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:40 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ted Tosterud Fairview, 97024 ttost@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:32:42 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. WHY THE HELL ARE YOU LETTING THE RATES BE RAISED AGAIN??????? Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, ELIZABETH MULCAHY Portland, 97206 beth.mulcahy72@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:45 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. My rate went from$200.00 per month to $400.00 per month, later reduced to $350,00. This well over a 50% increase. For a retiree, this is enormous. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Susan Richardson Gresham, 97080 susanrich13@peoplepc.com
10/24/2025 12:32:47 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 5 years, PGE customers have seen a **SIGNIFICANT** increase in our electric rates--around 50%. Now comes yet another increase hidden behind "grid modernization," which means nothing. What on earth are we paying for? This should not be hiding behind some confidentiality agreement. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill AGAIN, I want to know exactly where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a cold winter, I already have to worry about my usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases continue to put pressure on me and my family and my neighbors, which is made even worse by the teetering economic situation the country is facing. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. ENOUGH! The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. Oregonians should not be paying for costs that shouldn't be shouldered by residential customers. I also want more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly split costs for customers so we can keep affordability for Oregonians. It's barely affordable now; we are not banks. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this **MUST** stop. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Clarke Hylton Salem, 97306 chylton541@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:50 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Paula Jenison Portland, 97206 pcp3343@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:32:52 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. WHEN WILL ORGANIZATIONS HEAR THE PUBLIC WHEN THEY SAY WE'RE FED UP WITH ALL THE SECRECY. IF I'M GOING TO BE CHARGED FOR SOMETHING, I WANT TO KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THAT SOMETHING IS. DOESN'T SEEM LIKE TOO MUCH TO ASK. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Lyn Larson Corvallis, 97330 llarson@peak.org
10/24/2025 12:32:55 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. This is a time of uncertainty about healthcare costs, home repair costs, and rising food costs. If increasing energy costs is going to be part of the this uncertainty, the least we consumers are entitled to is transparency about the reasons for these raises. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Mary Beth Hustoles Salem, 97302 mbhustoles@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:32:59 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Lexie Folkerts Portland, 97212 lexie.folkerts@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:01 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Laurel Viles Portland, 97266 laurel@olcv.org
10/24/2025 12:33:04 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Kristy Giles Clackamas, 97015 kristygiles@aol.com
10/24/2025 12:33:06 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Louisa Moore Portland, 97230 olasui@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:08 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for getting this information out to PGE's customers. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, William Brault Portland, 97202 wmbrault44@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:11 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Debra Rehn Portland, 97202 bibleeogirl@aol.com
10/24/2025 12:33:15 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ronald Gillilan Estacada, 97023 rong7664@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:18 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Paul F Nett Portland, 97233 paulfnett@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:33:20 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Laura Rogers Portland, 97202 avatars.infirm_1v@icloud.com
10/24/2025 12:33:23 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, many in our community already have to worry about their energy usage and how their winter bills will impact their monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Shelley Beaulieu Happy Valley, 97086 saa2031@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:33:26 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Good Day: We the People (of PGE) really appreciate the 99+% reliability of our electric power. We would also like to see where the $$$ is being spent to improve service. This seems only fair to be transparent, and it will build good will with us, your consumers. After all, PGE has been trusted with a monopoly, and we would like you to realize that we the People of PGE are the source of your income. My vote is for total transparancy to grow total good will with us. Cheers, Bob Gordon Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, BOB GORDON Gresham, 97080 traderbob@gordontrading.us
10/24/2025 12:33:29 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Deborah Kreuser Beaverton, 97007 dkreuser78751@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:31 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Dear Commissioners, Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. I'm tired of the rising cost of electricity in Oregon, and the PUC must make sure we're only paying what is needed to maintain our energy grid. Electric bills are becoming exorbitantly high which impacts the largest number of households who have an average, or less than average income and cannot afford the rate hikes. Our employers are not providing us with cost of living adjustments that cover the rising cost of heat/electricity, food and other utilities. We reap what we sow and in the end those responsible will pay a price for taking advantage of everyday, hardworking citizens who are struggling to keep up. Be fair. Be transparent. Thank you for you time, Anette Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Anette Hassold Portland, 97267 justanette@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:34 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Bonnie Waterston Portland, 97233 peeditor@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:33:36 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. In this past year I have been replacing natural gas with electricity in my home. I have anticipated that my electricity bill will increase, but not because of a mysterious increase in residential rates. I support PGE's goal of modernizing and increasing capacity to support increasing residential usage. My worry is that PGE will impose residential rate increases to help cover the cost of industrial energy demands. Residential customers deserve transparency from PGE in the face of news of exponentially increasing electricity demands from data centers and even from cryptocurrency. We need to know that our rising electricity bills are NOT an effort to help cover industrial users' costs. PGE residential customers deserve to know what PGE plans and how costs will be covered. WE are using electricity for essential human needs. Industrial usage is for industrial profits. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Linda Toenniessen Portland, 97232 l.toenniessen@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:33:39 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, chelseah cotnam Falls City, 97344 chekseahjane@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:41 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Michael De Paepe Tualatin, 97062 mjdepaepe@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:43 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Jeff Kuehl Gresham, 97080 k86444@juno.com
10/24/2025 12:33:45 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Dana Weintraub Beaverton, 97003 mrdanaweintraub@proton.me
10/24/2025 12:33:47 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Phil Goldsmith Portland, 97209 phil@lopglaw.com
10/24/2025 12:33:50 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Craig Marburger Portland, 97239 cnclm1@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:52 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. And why hasn't PGE been putting money away and saving for this "modernization of the grid " all along? Don't they do any long range planning? They had to have known that upgrades are a necessary part of any public utility and they should have been putting money aside for this. If you absolutely must approve monies for this modernization, the PUC should approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. I don't trust PGE. With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of MAJOR increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, PGE needs to quit asking for yearly increases and the Commission has the power to put a stop to this. Make PGE accountable and tell them to provide more transparency about the costs they are asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Noreen Lesage Lake Oswego, 97034 noreenlesage@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:33:54 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Matthew Gray Corvallis, 97330 tomattsiphone@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:33:56 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Given that PGE is a regulated monopoly in their service area, we as customers have no choice but to absorb whatever rate increases come down the pike. But as regulators, you now have the power granted by the Legislature to cap rate increases for affordability reasons. Please exercise that power in this case! Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Phil Harris Portland, 97206 p.harris.pdx@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:00 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Carolyn Eckel Portland, 97230 tlew4002@earthlink.net
10/24/2025 12:34:02 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Marie A Lawrence Portland, 97239 marie.lawrence2017@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:05 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Michael Martin Portland, 97203 mikeyx3@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:34:07 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Matthew Zlatnik West Linn, 97068 mzlatnik@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:10 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ally Harris Portland, 97202 ally@ojta.org
10/24/2025 12:34:13 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Barbara Troxel Gresham, 97030 barbtroxel@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:34:15 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. The details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. It’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Laura Roe Portland, 97206 roe.laura@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:18 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Kathleen Barnebey Lake Oswego, 97035 kbarnebey@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:34:22 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Patricia Jacobson Wilsonville, 97070 lpjake@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:34:24 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. We are among households able and willing to invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, but we are still connected to the grid. If I am being asked to pay more for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers alone. We should be told what portion of PGE cost of doing business is allocated to these projects. With the lack of transparency by utility companies we’re counting on the Commission to make clear to customers who pays for what so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Kei Quitevis-Smith Beaverton, 97075 kevin.keismith@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:27 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Amy Murray Portland, 97206 gem2amarra@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:29 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ann Watters Salem, 97301 twofivestars@comcast.net
10/24/2025 12:34:32 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Sasha Pollack Portland, 97239 sillahee@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:35 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Matt Richmond Oregon City, 97045 rudabussy1@outlook.com
10/24/2025 12:34:37 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Robert Plata Salem, 97302 dacrusher@duck.com
10/24/2025 12:34:41 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. I would add that it seems PGE is upgrading lines for server farms that are driving up our electric bills. If that is true they should be honest and tell us that and send that cost to those corporations. Those entities are for profit, so let them pay for their needs of our shared power sources. The dams on the Columbia are the cheapest power in this part of the country and perhaps the nation, hence why they are locating in PGE's service areas. They don't share their profits with us but don't mind hide the fact that we are going to help foot that cost. They have privacy agreements, well fine, they should pay their access costs not those of us that live here. Residential and commercial entities pay different rates, so again stick the cost to the entities that want to use our resources not those of us already paying for our power and PGE's profits. Rick Silverman Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Rick Silverman Portland, 97239 gizmot@teleport.com
10/24/2025 12:34:43 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Paul Sansone Gales Creek, 97117 psansone2@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:46 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Sherry Monie Damascus, 97089 sherry.monie@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:48 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Kathy Peterson Oregon City, 97045 willamina52@yahoo.com
10/24/2025 12:34:50 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ryan Sooley Portland, 97206 rsooley@pm.me
10/24/2025 12:34:53 AM	General Comment			jeremybeausoleil97@everyactioncustom.com. Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Jeremy Smith Portland, 97201 Jeremybeausoleil97@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:56 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. I don't understand why utilities would have to ask for a rate increase from a public entity, if they don't have to say what it's for? That's absurd. Not to mention that each and every year, we have to pay more and more. Not based on how much we use, but based on how much is approved for a rate increase. Sure, utilities come up with more to pay for, but how about negotiating back and saying 'no,' one year. Let's see what happens! Thank you for your attention, Elizabeth Kaufman Hillsboro Oregon. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Elizabeth Kaufman Hillsboro, 97123 eakpdx@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:34:58 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Sincerely, Mary Lou Emerson Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Mary Lou Emerson Portland, 97202 marylouemerson1947@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:35:00 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Stefanie Harmon Portland, 97206 stefaniepaulette@gmail.com
10/24/2025 12:35:03 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, B.C. Shelby Portland, 97209 bcshelby@gmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:01 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Sandra Joos Portland, 97239 joosgalefamily@comcast.net
10/27/2025 12:32:05 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Change the Oregon tax law such that for any utility worker that is compensated more than $500k the utility can not deduct that cost, it has to come out of profits. There also needs to be a direct listing of any costs imposed on us by State mandated carbon issues. Right now it is hidden so that we don't know how much the state is causing our bills to go up. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. It bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. No it is more than that it seems absurd! If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ed M West Linn, 97068 tadanow@protonmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:08 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, david Novelo West Linn, 97068 david0novelo@me.com
10/27/2025 12:32:11 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. We are a single income family due to one of our children’s disability needs. Our pge bills are always behind and a huge source of stress and financial strain. Please, we cannot keep sustaining the significant increases. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Anne Horgan West Linn, 97068 asteffan1@gmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:14 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Teirnie Hemelstrand Wilsonville, 97070 teirnie.gray@gmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:17 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. We have an older home. We are a family of 5. We wear many layers indoors during winter just so we can keep our electric bill under $500/month! It’s unsustainable and simply unaffordable. We use less energy year after year yet are paying more and stay cold. We need a break and our rates need to come down. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Tricia Guarisco West Linn, 97068 pmlguarisco@gmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:20 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Dear PGE, I need transparency on what you are proposing for increasing our electricity rates when you just increased them last year *significantly*. With the government shutdown and going into winter and Oregon in a recession, the vast majority of Oregonians are already hurting with these rates. You cannot increase them. Especially if it sounds like "infrastructure improvement" without transparency means you're just supporting data centers. Make the data centers support themselves! This cannot be on the backs of already hurting people. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Alexis Young West Linn, 97068 alexis.apostalon@gmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:23 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Clare Bean West Linn, 97068 clare@clarifydesigns.com
10/27/2025 12:32:24 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Larry De Young Albany, 97321 lldeyoung2@gmail.com
10/27/2025 12:32:27 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Sharon Burge Salem, 97302 burge.sherry@yahoo.com
10/29/2025 12:32:07 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Hannah Henry Portland, 97230 hannahhenry.jeff@gmail.com
10/29/2025 12:32:10 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. I attended multiple city council meetings earlier this year when the city budget was contentiously set by a brand new city council, stuck footing the bill for previous leadership that has failed to keep our dollars in check. Similarly, I don’t trust PGE to use my money wisely. Every person I have talked to about PGE has very little nice to say. The rising costs are a direct result of PGE overspending and investors betting on data centers I don’t agree are necessary. I imagine most Portlanders would agree. I have a say over which phone company I go with, which internet provider I use, which streaming services I use but I have no choice over which electric company I use, a service that is frankly required in modern living The notion that PGE can make choices behind closed doors while those footing the bill are left in the dark is consumer fraud. I like to know what I’m paying for. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Skylar Cruz Portland, 97209 sky.d.cruz@outlook.com
10/29/2025 12:32:13 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Benjamin Platt Portland, 97202 benplatt59@gmail.com
10/29/2025 12:32:15 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, kathryjn ehlers Portland, 97239 bunchesca1@comcast.net
10/29/2025 12:32:18 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. I am a long time PGE customer in Salem. I wish PGE would be much more transparent about their finances. I want each industry to pay their fair share of electricity transmission and distribution costs. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. I want all AI projects to pay all the costs of their business. Why should we pay for their development and give them very low electricity rates? As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, John Livingston Salem, 97306 livingstonjohn@att.net
10/29/2025 12:32:20 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates in the past 4 years. Given the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on Oregon households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Thor Hinckley Portland, 97215 thorhinckley53@gmail.com
10/29/2025 12:32:23 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Susan Heath Albany, 97322 forbux@hotmail.com
10/29/2025 12:32:26 AM	General Comment			nstrangehart@everyactioncustom.com. Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Brice Suprenant Portland, 97206 NStrangehart@proton.me
10/29/2025 12:32:28 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Scott Hillson West Linn, 97068 scott.hillson@gmail.com
11/2/2025 9:05:53 AM	Support Docket	Lisa	Rindfleisch	Re: Docket UE 459 As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs, they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair.
11/4/2025 12:31:57 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Nikki Hahn Salem, 97301 nikki.c.hahn@outlook.com
11/4/2025 12:32:02 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Gwenn Cody Portland, 97215 gtcilu@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:04 AM	General Comment			rickjcook@everyactioncustom.com. Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Also have grave concerns over the roundabout way Battery Energy Storage Systems are being approved without better transparency and public input. Sincerely, RJ Cook Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, RJ Cook Lake Oswego, 97034 RICKJCOOK@FRONTIER.COM
11/4/2025 12:32:08 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, KATHRYN CHAMBERS Salem, 97306 abbykats@hotmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:11 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Dana Weintraub Beaverton, 97003 mrdanaweintraub@proton.me
11/4/2025 12:32:13 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, William Brault Portland, 97202 wmbrault44@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:16 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Randy Harrison Eugene, 97402 ran6711@comcast.net
11/4/2025 12:32:19 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, David Nichols Portland, 97213 davemult@aol.com
11/4/2025 12:32:21 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Barbara Troxel Gresham, 97030 barbtroxel@comcast.net
11/4/2025 12:32:24 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, I have seen a 50% increase my energy rate. Why wouldn't we have the right to know where this additional money is going. I am still hoping for a"billing recovery", where you fairly and retroactively apply rate increases that have been sibsidizing needs for the data centers and large consumers. At 72, I live on a fixed income. If you need to raise rates for my class of residential customers, at least explain why I have to pay more. My miniscule kwH of usage, is dwarfed by Rates, Charges and Adjustments. My lighting is all LED, and usually just a lamp when needed. I don't have air conditioning. Under extreme heat, I leave my house at 2pm until the sun is at the horizon. In the winter, my heat won't come on until it falls below 55 inside, if I am at home. My primary heat source is fully dressed, mostly with a layers over that. I am often under a throw or electric blanket. My attic is well insulated, but I am subject to laws. The second law of thermodynamics is why my little amount of warmth leaves the house. The PUC and PGE need to be transparent. It's not that I don't want to trust you. You've given no reason for residential customers to trust you. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Mark Birnbaum Portland, 97217 mark@birnbaum.us
11/4/2025 12:32:27 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, ROBERT PLATA Salem, 97302 da_crusher@yahoo.com
11/4/2025 12:32:29 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Larry De Young Albany, 97321 lldeyoung2@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:31 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Barb De Young Albany, 97321 lldeyoung2@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:33 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Brent Rocks Portland, 97201 brent_rocks@comcast.net
11/4/2025 12:32:36 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Ann Nowicki Eugene, 97408 tazzannie975@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:39 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Craig Marburger Portland, 97239 cnclm1@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:41 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Recently I read a article regarding the profits to your shareholders and it appears PGE is doing financially well. Quit being greedy Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Jessica Rojas Portland, 97206 jdianarojas@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:46 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past four years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, the details of the increase are confidential to the public. What exactly is the increase designed to cover? As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, energy usage and winter bills will are a deep concern. These rate increases are putting severe pressure on residential customers. Why does PGE keep needing more revenue? The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. We need more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. As an effective monopoly, their costs need to be transparent and scrutunized. With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly distrubute costs for customers so we can maintain affordability for Oregonians. Continuing increases for costs that don’t add up are suspect. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Teresa DeLorenzo Portland, 97229 tde@teleport.com
11/4/2025 12:32:49 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Karen Galloway Portland, 97219 karengllwy@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:51 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Phil Goldsmith Portland, 97209 phil@lopglaw.com
11/4/2025 12:32:53 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Jynx Houston Portland, 97215 jynxcdo@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:56 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Travis Noddings Portland, 97214 tjnoddings@gmail.com
11/4/2025 12:32:59 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. Why can a public utility have a confidential agreement with a subcontractor/supplier when we the ratepayers don't get to have a look at the costs and have some input on what is getting upgraded and to whom may also benefit from said $72.3 million we are being levied. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Rick Silverman Portland, 97239 gizmot@teleport.com
11/4/2025 12:33:01 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Kristy Giles Clackamas, 97015 kristygiles@aol.com
11/4/2025 12:33:03 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, CathaMary AnneMary A LoomisJoyceJoyce Portland, 97215 maj7900@yahoo.com
11/4/2025 12:33:06 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Donna Bonetti North Bend, 97459 donnambirdlady@yahoo.com
11/5/2025 12:32:01 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Debra Rehn Portland, 97202 bibleeogirl@aol.com
11/5/2025 12:32:04 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Energy affordability is important to me as the health of our economy becomes more insecure. I work with low income families to provide energy efficiency upgrades to their homes and the cost of electricity is a major issue. There are still too many homes relying on electric base board heating which can be outrageously expensive during winter months. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Tiffany Holmes Portland, 97215 tiffany.holmes.or@gmail.com
11/5/2025 12:32:07 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with a cumulative ~25% inflation rate over the last 5 years, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must hold PGE accountable, if PGE can pay out $109M in dividends over 6 months, then why is this rate increase even necessary? I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Maleek McKenzie Portland, 97225 maleek.mckenzie@sierraclub.org
11/7/2025 12:33:27 AM	General Comment			Dear Oregon Public Utility Commission, As a PGE customer, I’m worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill for distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it’s important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE’s requests to raise my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we’re counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can’t afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don’t add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. And please provide more transparency about the costs PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It’s only fair. Thank you for your time. I urge you to take a closer look at what is fair for PGE household customers to truly pay, especially for distribution costs. Sincerely, Zoe Serrano Hillsboro, 97123 zoeserrano99@outlook.com
11/17/2025 4:41:05 PM	Oppose Docket	Lisa	Rindfleisch	Public comment entered verbatim by Consumer Services staff-AN Dear Commissioners, As a PGE customer, I'm worried about the lack of transparency around this case. PGE is asking customers to cover $72.3 million in cost recovery, without giving us the details of what they expect us to pay. Over the past 4 years, PGE customers have seen nearly a 50% increase in our electric rates. Combined with the general rise in cost of living, this has created significant strain on PGE households. While this is a smaller possible bill increase of $4.50 on average, it does bother me that the details of what our money is paying for are confidential to the public. If I am being asked to pay more on my bill fer distribution, I would like to know more about where my money is going. As we head into what is expected to be a colder winter, I already have to worry about my energy usage and how my winter bills will impact my monthly budget for the next few months. These rate increases have put pressure on me and my neighbors. Adding more costs next spring with this case and other requests from PGE will add to that pressure. The PUC must approve the lowest necessary cost needed to keep our grid healthy. With worries of a weakening economy, it's important that Oregonians like me are not paying for costs that should not be carried by residential customers. I also want to have more transparency in PGE's requests to raises my bills. How am I expected to trust my utility when they are not being upfront with the costs, they expect me to pick up? With the lack of transparency, we're counting on the Commission to fairly divvy up costs for customers so we can keep uplifting affordability for Oregonians. We can't afford to have continuing bill increases for costs that don't add up, especially after the last few years of major increases. People are slowly being eaten up by their bills, and this needs to stop. Ans please provide more transparency about the cost PGE is asking us to pay for going forward. It's only fair.