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EUCI's Rate Case 101: How to Produce a Successful Case
Doubletree Hotel, Coconut Grove, FL
May 17-18, 2006
ScottMadden is a co-sponsor and co-chair of the upcoming Rate Case 101 conference presented by Electric Utility Consultants, Inc. (EUCI). This conference is intended to review the key steps involved in preparing your rate case and replenishing the rate case skill set. It is supported by case study experiences delivered by people recently on the firing line. It will also include open panel discussion sessions to encourage participants to ask candid questions about strategies, experiences and what the future holds for rate case development and support.
As a conference sponsor and presenter, we are able to offer a special 25% discount off the conference registration fee. To receive this preferred pricing, just contact ScottMadden.
ScottMadden will present and host a workshop during the two-day conference:
Conference Day One
Overview of the Rate Case Process—The Major Components of a Rate Case
8:00-9:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2006
- Overview of the process
- How the regulatory landscape is changing
- How to plan and manage a successful case
- How the requirements vary across the country (and by company)
- How well does your company manage rate cases? A framework for assessing internal strengths and weaknesses
Presenter
Rick Starkweather
Dinner Workshop
Rate Case 201: Putting Theory into Practice (Mock Rate Case Proceeding)
6:30-9:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Learn how to apply rate case principles and regulatory strategy to an actual "mock" case. Participants will be split into small teams—some will develop the company's rate case filing, others will act as intervenors or commission staff members and will develop alternative analyses and positions on various issues. A rate case "hearing" will then be conducted (with appointed "commissioners") to review the case.
This workshop covers all of the elements of a rate case-initial filing preparation, including rate base, revenue requirements, rate of return, and rate design. In addition, potential regulatory strategies will be explored, as well as the impact of other issues, such as affiliate interest transactions and cost allocation methods. The mock proceeding will be used to facilitate an open discussion amongst all participants regarding the different points of view, and advantages and disadvantages of the group's selected approach to the case.
- What went according to plan?
- What did not go as well?
- What unexpected issues were raised by the intervenors and/or staff?
- How could the company have been better prepared to address these issues?
Attendees of this workshop will gain an understanding of what it takes to prepare a rate case, including working with commissioners and staff, how to manage data requests, the development of direct and rebuttal testimony, etc. The workshop is very hands-on and interaction and discussion amongst the workshop attendees will be encouraged.
Workshop Leaders
Rick Starkweather
Jason Davis