Your comments must apply to the subject of the hearing, but may be about any aspect of the subject. Yes, the PSC holds technical public hearings. Unless the case involves construction, these hearings are held in Madison where utility, PSC staff members, and other parties provide testimony and use witnesses and exhibits to present information. Each witness has technical or professional expertise on the issues. The witnesses usually include engineers, planners, economists, environmental specialists, and accountants.
Witnesses are cross-examined to help clarify testimony.
Technical public hearings that involve construction are held in the area that may be affected by the proposed utility construction. The PSC may also hold hearings in the utility service area for the express purpose of taking testimony from the public. A. Individuals or groups who want to get more deeply involved can request full party status . You can write to the Hearing Examiner before a hearing to request full party status or discuss it with the Hearing Examiner at the hearing. You do not need to be a full party to testify or ask questions.