Public Utilities Commission of Ohio PUCO Commission Meeting - Feb. 18 [Source] Translate

The meeting of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio began with a roll call confirming a quorum. The minutes from the previous meeting on February 4, 2026, were approved without opposition. The agenda included several items related to electric, gas, telephone, and transportation utilities. Key decisions made during the meeting included: 1. **Case 24468**: The commission granted in part and denied in part applications for rehearing related to First Energy Ohio utilities. 2. **Case 13453ELCRS**: The request to terminate supplier coordination agreements between Ohio Electric Distribution Utilities and Nexvolt Energy was approved. 3. **Case 25549ELUNC**: The commission found that AES Ohio did not have significantly excessive earnings in 2024 and approved the related opinion and order. 4. **Cases 25389ELCSS (items 4 and 5)**: Motions to dismiss were granted as all issues raised had been resolved. 5. **Cases 25566 and 25708 (items 6 and 7)**: Motions to dismiss without prejudice for failure to prosecute were approved. 6. **Case 25843 ELACP**: The 2024 Renewable Portfolio Standard Report was accepted and directed to be submitted to the Ohio General Assembly. 7. **Case 251164 ELRDR**: Blue Ridge Consulting Services was selected to conduct audit services for AES Ohio's distribution investment writer. 8. **Gas-related items**: Several cases were approved, including the application for a hearing by Palmer Energy Company and the joint stipulation for Ohio Cumberland Gas Company's rate increase. 9. **Transportation items**: The commission approved multiple entries related to civil forfeitures and directed a railroad to install safety measures at a grade crossing. The meeting concluded with a recognition of Jenny Schneider's retirement after 39 years of service. A resolution was read celebrating her contributions and wishing her well in her retirement. The next commission meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2026. The meeting was adjourned after a brief mention of refreshments available for attendees.