- Add your name to the contact list to receive information about upcoming program information. Registration to a program is not required.
JOIN HERE
At MSU we're not just green, we're Spartan Green. See how MSU keeps environmental stewardship a priority.
NARUC UTILITY RATE SCHOOL
San Diego, California | May 10-14.2010
Clearwater Beach, Florida | November 1-5.2010
Register Online: 31st Annual Western Utility Rate School
Program Information: Brochure [pdf] |
Fax-in Registration Form-10 [pdf] |
Faculty Biographies-09 [pdf] |
Agenda-09 [pdf]
Accommodations: Coronado Island Marriott |
Marriott Suites Clearwater Beach on Sand Key
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The basics of utility ratemaking are presented by program faculty members from state public utility commissions, utility companies, and the legal, consulting, and academic communities. Participants work in teams to learn the fundamentals of establishing revenue requirements and setting rates by working through a hypothetical “mock” water utility rate case. The program also provides insight into current issues affecting the water industry and other public utilities. Participants learn the fundamentals of the utility rate setting process, including how to establish revenue requirements and the basic concepts of rate design.
TOPICS COVERED
- Industry Characteristics and Regulatory Issues
- Legal framework of Utility Regulation
- Basics of Rate Setting
- Income-statement Considerations
- Developing the Rate Base
- Capital Structure, Cost of Capital, Rate of Return
- Cost Allocation and Rate Design
- Mock Rate Discussion
View details about topics covered at the Utility Rate School here.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Regulatory commissioners, members of water boards, and other public officials
- Staff members of state public utility commissions and environmental agencies
- Public utility consumer and environmental advocates
- Utility company personnel, analysts, and investors
- Attorneys, accountants, engineers, consultants and other professionals who develop or evaluate prices for utility services
FEES
The fee for the 2010 Utility Rate Schools is $850 for Public sector attendees, and $875 for Private sector attendees. The fee includes program materials (including the Mock Rate Case), refreshment breaks, continental breakfast, and Thursday evening buffet dinner. We consider public-sector attendees to be individuals who are directly employed by the local, state, or federal government or individuals that are an employee of a recognized non-profit organization. The Institute of Public Utilities abides by Michigan State University's security policies regarded information collected for processing payments.
ACCOMMODATIONS AND DRESS CODE
The 31st Annual Western Utility Rate School will be held at the Coronado Island Marriott, 2000 2nd Street, Coronado, CA (619.435.3000). Booking your room early is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED as rooms are given on space available basis until the reservation cut-off. The reservation cut-off date is April 9, 2010. After this date, the rate school block is released for general sale, and reservations will be made only on a space and rate available basis to be determined by the hotel. The conference rate is $169.00 per night, single or double. A one-night's deposit, for room and tax, (credit card/check) is required to guarantee the room.
Casual to business casual attire is recommended. Plan attire according to the weather. Meeting rooms can be cool. A light jacket or sweater is recommended.
DISCOUNTS, CANCELLATIONS, AND REFUNDS
Organizations registering large groups may be eligible for a group discount, please contact for more information. Cancellations may result in a forfeiture of the group discount. Cancellations less than 3 weeks prior to a program may result in a $150 cancellation fee; cancellations less than one week prior to a program will be billed at full cost. Substitutions are accepted at any time.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
The Institute of Public Utilities is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN 37210-2417. Website: www.nasba.org. CLE credits are also available. IPU-MSU will apply for accreditation or registration of the program. Application does not guarantee approval.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For additional information, please contact Utility Rate School Program Coordinator Jack Mozley [mailto] or IPU Support Staff IPU [mailto].
NARUC Utility Rate School
RATE SCHOOL ARCHIVES
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING...
- As a new regulator, educational training is critical. Rate School provides an outstanding resource. By assembling a select yet diverse group of experts from academics, the regulatory community, and industry, the IPU-NARUC programs provide cutting edge presentations while teaching the basic "need to know" fundamentals of utility regulation.
- "All the speakers have been great and very helpful!"
- "I really enjoyed the Mock Rate Case...this portion of the school provided insight into the mechanics of what we have been learning all week long."
- "The speakers were engaging and personable, making for spirited teaching. Kudos!"
- "I felt that the school was a tremendous learning experience for me, especially as a new Commissioner. The interaction with staff and other participants was extremely beneficial … a totally worthwhile experience."
- "The Rate School is not just about learning the mechanics of ratemaking, but, more importantly, gives attendees an opportunity to understand the perspectives of the various players involved in setting utility rates. The effective mix of presentations by expert speakers and the use of group exercises resulted in an outstanding learning experience."
- “Being a lawyer and big picture policy driven, it was great to attend the rate school to see how the nuts and bolts work and see the interaction of policy makers with technical staff. It was a great experience with strong, confident and renowned faculty. All policy advisors or policy makers should attend.”
- "I want to thank you for making the conference a top rate learning experience. I will be attending the first week of Camp NARUC so I'll have another opportunity to gain insights from your experience."
SEND US FEEDBACK!
Please send us your feedback about a past IPU program or your ideas for a future program at ipu@msu.edu [mailto]