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Virgin Islands Public Services Commission 2026 Fiscal Year Budget Presentation Budget Presentation Virgin Islands Public Services Commission 2026 Fiscal Year Presented To: The 36 Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands th 340-776-1291 STT 340-778-6010 STX psc.info@psc.vi.gov psc.vi.gov Table of Contents Executive Director’s Testimony Organizational Chart Fiscal Year 2026 Revolving Fund Worksheets 3 17 18 Government of the United States Virgin Islands Public Services Commission pS¢c. vi. gov psc.info@ psc.vi.gov June 20, 2025 The Honorable Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr. Chair, Committee on Budget, Appropriation, and Finance 36" Legislature of the Virgin Islands of the United States Capital Building P. O. Box 1690 St. Thomas, VI 00804 Reference: Transmittal of the Public Services Commission’s FY 2026 Budget Dear Senator Francis: To the honorable members of the Committee: Chairman Francis, Vice Chair Blyden, Senator DeGraff, Senator Fonseca, Senator Frederick, and Senator Vialet, Senators of the 35" Legislature present, legislative staff, my Public Services Commission (PSC) family, and the listening and viewing audiences, good morning. Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. I am Sandra Setorie, the executive director of the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission. We are pleased to present our annual budget report. It is prepared to provide you the members of the 36" Legislature and the residents of the Virgin Islands with a narrative review of significant trends and factors impacting the proposed budget and highlight areas of importance in the financial section. It further provides an overview of our priorities and the work we are undertaking to ensure fair, efficient, and accountable regulation of public utilities in the Virgin Islands. Joining me today are key members of our team: Tisean Hendricks, Assistant Executive Director Boyd Sprehn, Esq., General Counsel P.O. Box 40 St. Thomas, VI 00804 P.O. Box 7360 Christiansted, VI 00823 1003 Estate Ross Suite 4, St. Estate Carlton Suite 1 & 2 Frederiksted, Thomas, VI, 00802 St. Croix, VI, 00840 (340) 776-1291 (340) 778-6010 03 Brenda Connor, Accounts Maintenance Officer Tamar Corry, Assistant Accounts Maintenance Officer Alicia Gumbs, Personnel and Information Technology Manager We extend our sincere gratitude to the esteemed members of the Commission: Chairman Pedro Williams, Esq., Vice Chairman David Hughes, Clement Magras, Laura Nichols-Samms, and Raymond Williams, ex-officio members Senator Hubert Frederick and Senator Carla J. Joseph, for your continued support and commitment to our mission. As we advance into Fiscal Year 2026, we remain firmly committed to upholding the responsibilities entrusted to us, guided by our core principles of accountability, efficiency, and service to the public. Together, we look forward to discussing how our proposed budget supports the Commission’s mission and to addressing any questions or concerns you may have. The PSC plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of regulated public utility services—spanning energy, potable water, telecommunications, waste management, wastewater and franchised marine transportation systems—across the Territory. The budget report reflects the Commission’s continued commitment to advancing safe, reliable, and affordable public services while supporting sustainable infrastructure and addressing the evolving needs of our communities. The Commission aims to balance the needs of ratepayers and utilities; regulate public utilities operating in the Territory ensuring the opportunity to earn fair and prudent rates of return; protect the best interest of the public, provide transparent, effective regulation, and high-quality service in a safe, secure, consistent, and 04 resourceful manner; foster infrastructure modernization, new technologies and economic development; and adhere to the Territory’s policy commitments. In addition, the Commission staff works to resolve disputes between ratepayers and utility service providers; advance the future of the agency and territory’s workforce through employee training and professional development, and to educate and inform the public regarding the role and responsibilities of the agency. Public education will empower utility ratepayers with knowledge of their rights and the obligations of regulated utilities and is accomplished 1n part through the increased use of social media platforms to reach customers and residents. Statutory Authority The PSC’s primary authority for tts activity is contained in the Virgin Islands Code, Title 30, Chapter 1. The Commission is a quasi-judicial regulatory agency established under Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Section 237. Additional responsibilities are imposed by a variety of Acts, including but not limited to: ° Energy Act 2009 — Act No. 7075, amended by Act No. 7705; . Small Power Producers and Co-Generation Act (30 VIC, Chapter 2); . Wireless Telecommunications Providers (30 VIC, Chapter 9), ° Tire fees — Act No. 8370; ° 911 fees — Acts No. 6333, 7074 and as amended; and, ° 9-8-8 fees — Act No. 8957. The Commission carries out quasi-judicial duties by conducting evidentiary hearings on the cost and quality of regulated services through, among other tools, 05 conducting rate investigations, exercising oversight, resolving complaints and disputes between utilities and ratepayers, and implementing legislative policies. Goals To fulfill its statutory responsibilities, the Commission has established the following primary objectives: 1. Ensure Reliable Utility Services Ensure that regulated utilities in the Virgin Islands provide reliable service to ratepayers, and require expansions, extensions, or improvements in facilities or service when necessary to serve the public interest. 2. Warrant Safe Electric and Water Services Oversee the delivery of safe and dependable electric power and potable water to customers across the Territory. 3. Ensure Solid Waste Management Oversee developments in solid waste disposal and management practices that balance cost, efficiency, and environmental concerns, benefiting both residents and the tourism-driven economy. 4. Ensure Compliance and Reliability in Wastewater and Sewage Systems Ensure that sewage and wastewater treatment systems operate in compliance with public regulatory standards, emphasizing reliability, cost-effectiveness, operational efficiency, and environmental protection. 5. Regulate Passenger Ferry Services Oversee the operation of the joint exclusive franchise for passenger ferry services between St. Thomas and St. John. 06 6. Oversee Wireless Services and Resolve Consumer Disputes Investigate and resolve consumer complaints related to billing and service issues with wireless providers. Monitor and support federally approved telecommunications projects aimed at strengthening, expanding, and deploying resilient, accessible infrastructure to advance the Territory’s communications network and growth. 7. Maintain Fair and Reasonable Rates Strive to establish just and reasonable utility rates for consumers while allowing regulated entities the opportunity to earn a fair return on investment. 8. Advance Resource Efficiency and Technological Innovation Support the responsible use of natural and operational resources while encouraging the integration of modern technologies in utility services and consumer practices to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and service quality. 9. Expedite Dispute Resolution Facilitate the timely resolution of conflicts between consumers and utilities. Rate reviews and considerations The Public Services Commission (PSC) is responsible for reviewing rate change petitions submitted by regulated utilities; in addition, if not initiated by the utilities, the Commission must conduct a rate investigation at least once every five years.! This oversight ensures that utility rates are fair and reasonable for consumers while allowing utilities the opportunity to recover their costs and earn a fair return. ' Title 30, Section 20 of the Virgin Islands Code. 07 To manage workload and minimize disruption to both the utilities as well as our staff, the PSC is staggering the start of these investigations over the course of the year. Each review will include a detailed analysis of financial records, cost structures, and service performance to determine whether rate adjustments are warranted. The goal is to ensure rates remain just, reasonable, and aligned with regulatory standards, while supporting the financial health and operational efficiency of utility providers. As a key part of this process, public hearings are conducted on all islands to solicit input from stakeholders and community members before any final decisions on rate changes are made. RATE CASE SCHEDULE (Commencement Dates) 2025 Docket Utility Hearing Examiner FEBRUARY 691 Franchised Ferries SFT Solutions, LLC MARCH 708 WMA - Solid Waste APRIL 706 WAPA — Electric System Genevieve Whitaker, Esq. JULY 707 WMA - Wastewater AUGUST 700 WAPA — Water System During recent testimony before the Legislature, the Waste Management Authority (WMA) disclosed plans to implement a residential fee for solid waste collection and disposal. PSC staff informed WMA that any such rate proposal must comply with the Ratepayers’ Bill of Rights, which mandates public notice—specifically through newspaper publication, as WMA does not currently distribute bills by mail. That proposal will be considered within the larger rate review process. 08 Community Commitment The PSC is committed to transparency and public engagement. We maintain open communication with the Territory’s residents, ratepayers, and regulated utilities through a robust outreach program that includes social media, traditional media, community events, public programs, and our website. Our customer relations team is dedicated to resolving complaints efficiently and addressing utility-related concerns. At the same time, our communications team designs and implements strategic initiatives and digital content to foster meaningful connections and encourage active participation from the community. Strategic Priorities and Initiatives A. Enhancing Customer Service o Case backlog reduction, and procedural reforms. In 2020, the 33rd Legislature established Act 8375 (Bill No. 33-0272), the Ratepayers’ Bill of Rights, authorizing the PSC to resolve ratepayers’ complaints. Since the legislation, the PSC has updated and streamlined its Customer Service Rules and Regulations. The Commission recognized an uptick in customer complaints during the migration of Liberty VI and the WAPA metering system challenges, this led to the need for specific guidelines while addressing customer complaints. From 2023 to present, the Commission received a total of the following 09 Complaints 2023 2024 2025 % St. Thomas-St. John 44 176 185 24 St. Croix 23 94 7 24 Total 67 270 282 24 Pending 0 67 169 To summarize, the Commission received four (4) times as many complaints in 2024 compared to 2023. As of mid-2025, we've already surpassed the total number of complaints received in 2024, with a quarter of the fiscal year still to go. The PSC is pleased to report that our complaint resolution rate has increased by more than 75%. Most complaints received originate from customers of the Water and Power Authority. To further improve our resolution rate and enhance customer satisfaction, the PSC and WAPA hold weekly meetings to review all customer complaints, track the progress of ongoing investigations, and discuss matters related to customer service. These meetings are a collaborative effort aimed at raising awareness and ensuring the timely resolution of concerns. Additionally, through open houses, “listening sessions,” community outreach initiatives, and improvements to our website, the PSC has actively worked to increase public awareness of our agency and to create more effective channels for engaging with ratepayers and the utilities we regulate. To guide this effort, we developed and widely promoted a five-step complaint resolution process. This process clearly outlines the steps ratepayers should follow to file complaints with both the PSC and service providers, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all parties involved. B. Staffing and Workforce Development 10 The PSC continues to adapt to the evolving workforce. At the core of the agency’s strategy is a strong focus on learning and development, ensuring that employees stay up-to-date with new tools, systems, and developments tn the regulatory realm. By promoting continuous skill development, we aim to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the agency while increasing in-house expertise. Well-trained employees can perform their roles more effectively, which in turn boosts overall productivity. Regular learning not only keeps employees informed but also encourages them to think critically and creatively, and we continuously experience and gain from the results of learning and development. The ongoing development helps employees gain fresh perspectives and adopt innovative approaches to problem-solving, key factors in the agency’s ability to remain relevant and responsive in a changing landscape. One of the ways we facilitate this growth is by seeking training opportunities both locally and nationally, ensuring that our staff remains at the forefront of the regulatory fields. We also nurture a culture of learning where employees are encouraged to share knowledge, collaborate, and mentor one another. This collaborative environment fosters growth and strengthens the team as a whole. A well-trained workforce is essential for building a strong foundation, especially when it comes to succession planning— ensuring we have a pipeline of skilled leaders for the future. With that in mind, we recently had two staff members complete the Certified Public Managers program hosted by the Division of Personnel and the University of the Virgin Islands which equipped them with the necessary tools to serve the agency. NN In addition to learning and development, we are committed to employee retention by focusing on mentoring, engagement and motivation. Engaged employees feel more connected to the agency’s mission and values, leading to greater job satisfaction and a reduced likelihood of turnover. To support this, we work to create an environment that promotes work-life balance, mental health awareness, and personal development, all of which contribute to a more stable and healthier workforce. We highlight these efforts because we firmly believe that a well-trained, professionally developed workforce is essential to delivering exceptional service to our customers, regulated utilities, ratepayers, and the broader community. PSC Funding and Budget The Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the PSC is $2,079,290.51, allocated to support the Commission’s operations and its mission to regulate public utilities throughout the Territory. This is slightly below last year’s Budget. The Public Services Commission (PSC) is funded through an annual assessment of regulated public utilities and entities operating within the Territory, as authorized under 30 V.L.C. § 25a. According to the statute, each utility's assessment is based on its revenue ratio, calculated by dividing the utility’s gross operating revenues by the total territorial gross operating revenues. The Executive Director is responsible for calculating these fees by September 1 each year. Upon Commission approval, each utility is formally notified of the amount due. The revenue from the annual assessments — which accounts for approximately four-tenths of one percent (0.4% or 0.004) of each regulated utility’s total annual revenue — 1s deposited into the PSC Revolving Fund at the Virgin Islands Department of 12 Finance’s Treasury Division, with funds designated exclusively for the Commission’s use. As described earlier, this budget covers a tremendous amount of work, including rate investigations, oversight, customer service, and training activities. Utility Assessments, Nonpayment Issues, and the PSC’s Funding Framework The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) continues to actively oversee a wide range of essential regulatory issues, including solid waste, wastewater, electricity, water, and telecommunications. Progress on rate investigations has been hindered in significant part by both WMA’s and WAPA’s failure to pay their legally mandated annual assessments, which are the primary funding source for PSC operations. The PSC does not receive General Fund appropriations; instead, it is funded exclusively by assessments of the utilities it regulates. As a result of those non- payments, the Commission could not responsibly engage external examiners and consultants until WMA’s financial compliance was addressed. Historically, from 2004 through 2021, WMA consistently paid its assessments. However, in 2021 it stopped doing so, claiming that legislative appropriations should not be considered part of its revenue. Virgin Islands law (Title 29 § 495), however, explicitly defines “revenue” to include appropriations. Despite filing for reconsideration in 2024, WMA’s arguments were rejected and its appeal dismissed; the assessments for Fiscal Years 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 can no longer be challenged and remain due and pending. Despite the Commission’s Order citing the Virgin Islands statute specifically stating that appropriations received by the Waste Management Authority 13 are “revenue”, WMA has proceeded with another legal challenge. We do not believe that this appeal can succeed, and the Commission has requested the Court to dismiss this appeal. Similarly, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) has been delinquent in paying its assessments for FY 2024 and FY2025, citing financial difficulties but without submitting any legal challenge. With recent rate adjustments improving its cash flow, the PSC expects WAPA to meet its obligations, noting that regulatory assessments have high legal priority—second only to taxes—even in bankruptcy. We also note that WAPA’s rates (both base and LEAC) are set to specifically allow WAPA to collect assessments from ratepayers. WAPA is collecting those assessments and simply not paying them to the Commission. Since our last testimony to the Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection committee of this Legislature, the Legislature appropriated General Fund support to the PSC for FY 2025, and the PSC has received those scheduled allotments to date. To reiterate, until this fiscal year, the Public Services Commission has never been funded by direct appropriation of general fund resources. Instead, the PSC is funded by assessments of the utilities that it regulates. This approach is a long-standing method used by regulatory commissions throughout the United States and is done for two main reasons: first, the burden of the regulatory costs is borne by the benefitted parties — the regulated utilities and their customers; and second, to safeguard the Commission's independence and ensure that it can carry out its functions without undue external influence. 14 Overall, the PSC is moving forward with a full regulatory agenda focused on improving utility services, which are vital for economic growth, tourism, environmental sustainability, and the overall quality of life for Virgin Islands residents. Conclusion The proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget represents the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission’s continued commitment to fulfilling its statutory mandate and regulatory responsibilities in a manner that safeguards the public interest and supports the Territory’s utility infrastructure. This budget enables the Commission to carry out its core functions—including rate investigations, infrastructure oversight, consumer advocacy, and public engagement—while maintaining transparency, accountability, and service reliability. We respectfully submit this budget report to the Legislature with the goal of securing the necessary resources to meet our statutory obligations, advance regulatory excellence, and ensure that the people of the Virgin Islands receive utility services that are safe, reliable, affordable, and sustainable. We look forward to your continued support as we work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in the Territory. Respectfully submitted, Sandra L. Setorie Executive Director 15 Honorable Albert A. Bryan Jr., Governor Honorable Tregenza A. Roach Esq., Lt. Governor Pedro K. Williams, Esq, Chair David W. Hughes, Vice-Chair Clement C. Magras, Member Laura A. Nichols- Samms, Member Raymond J. Williams, Member Senator Carla J. Joseph, Ex-Officio Member Senator Hubert L. Frederick, Ex-Officio Member Boyd L. Sprehn Genral Counsel Jenee S. Reynolds Legal Support Specialist Sandra L. Setorie Executive Director VACANT Utility Staff Assistant Jamil A. Springer Industrial Engineer III Madona Abraham Administrative Officer II Tisean T. Hendricks Assistant Executive Director Alicia C. Gumbs Personnel & IT Manager Maliya Connor Bethelmie Administrative Officer I Sacha L. Davis Utility Staff Assistant Brenda P. Connor Accounts Maintenance Officer Tamar N. Corry Assistant Accounts Maintenance Officer Symra N. Hendrickson Public Communications Coordinator FY 2026 - PSC ORGANIZATIONAL CHART PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 EXPENDITURES FISCAL YEAR 2026 60323001 511010}PERSONNEL SERVICES 1,011,354.00 60323002 520000]FRINGES 418,368.35 1,429,722.35 60323003 541000]OFFICE SUPPLIES 10,650.00 S41100}OPERATING SUPPLIES 4,500.00 541200/AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIES 8,000.00 542000] FACILITIES REPAIRS & MAINTENACE SUPPLIES 300.00 543100}/FOOD & CATERING 19,200.00 545200}/REFERENCE, MANUALS,AND PERIODICALS 14,069.92 546000]/DATA PROCESSING SOFTWARE 18,000.00 546100] UNIFORM AND CLOTHING 2,000.00 542100]/SMALL TOOLS & MINOR EQUIPMENT 4,310.00 81,029.92 60323004 532000]REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 20,012.00 532100]/AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS & MAINT. 6,380.00 533000]RENT LAND/ BUILDING 128,585.04 533020]RENTAL OF MACHINES/EQUIPMENT 500.00 534000]PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 72,163.20 534100]SECURITY SERVICES 1,980.00 534110]TRAINING 18,725.00 535000/COMM UNICATION 38,456.00 535010] ADVERTISING / PROMOTION 10,500.00 536000} TRANSPORTATION - NOT TRAVEL 550.00 S60000/TRAVEL 120,187.00 561000]INSURANCE 8,500.00 564100}/OTHER SERVICES / NOC 20,500.00 447,038.24 60323005 S30000} ELECTRICITY 36,000.00 36,000.00 60323007 575000]MACH, EQUIP, MISC. $5,500.00 85,500.00 ——E——————— SSS ia 17 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 PERSONNEL SERVICES : ST. THOMAS/ST.JOHN SALARY General Counsel § 140,000.00 Assistant Executive Director 5 85,000.00 Account Maintenance Officer $ 79,349.00 Human Resource Personnel & IT Manager $ 77,500.00 Assistant to Accounts Maintenance Officer $ 65,000.00 Public Communication Coordinator $ 61,000.00 Legal Support Specialist S 53,500.00 Utility Staff Assistant 5 45,000.00 Administrative Officer | $ 40,000.00 Temporary Employees (Summer Students) S 20,000.00 PERSONNEL SERVICES : ST. CROIX SALARY Executive Director § 125,000.00 Industrial Engineer II! S 72,980.00 Administrative Officer || s 46,200.00 Utility Staff Assistant S 45,000.00 TOTAL SALARIES § 955,529.00 Note: (A) All positions are unclassified and locally funded and enrolled in the Retirement System COMMISSIONERS STIPEND AMOUNT 5 Commissioners X 4 Regular Meetings @ $175 S 3,500.00 5 Commissioners X 8 Special Meetings @ $175 s 7,000.00 5 Commissioners X 4 Hearings @ $175 s 3,500.00 3 Commissioners X 10 Meetings (Consultant/Staff Meetings) - 5 days @ $175 5 26,250.00 Commissioners Travel to Conferences/Summits s 15,575.00 TOTAL STIPEND PAID TO COMMISSIONERS $ 55,825.00 TOTAL SALARIES AND STIPEND (60323001-511010) § 1,011,354.00 FRINGE BENEFITS AMOUNT FICA $1,011,354 x 6.2% S 62,703.95 Medicare @ 1.45% S 14,664.63 Health Insurance Premium Actual S 163,640.88 Worker's Compensation S 1,960.26 Retirement Contribution - Employer (23.50%) § 175,239.50 Base Life 13 x $12.24 s 159.12 TOTAL BENEFITS (60323002-520000) § 418,368.35 TOTAL SALARIES & BENEFITS s 1,429,722.35 18 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 fo rricesuppues dT AMounT [ rorais | Facilities Repair and Maintenance Supplies (60323003-542000) 300.00 300.00 14,069.92 14,069.92 Professional Reference Books, Periodicals (60323003-545200) General Office Supplies (60323003-541000) St. Thomas 6,850.00 St. Croix 3,800.00 10,650.00 Clothing and Cloth Material (60323003-546100) 2,000.00 2,000.00 Food & Catering (60323003-543100) St. Thomas 10,800.00 St. Croix 8,400.00 19,200.00 Automobile Supplies (gasoline, tires, etc.) (60323003-541200) St. Thomas 5,000.00 St. Croix 3,000.00 8,000.00 Data Processing Software (60323003-546000) 18,000.00 18,000.00 Operating Supplies (60323003-541100) St. Thomas - (Drinking Water, etc. Non Administrative} 3,300.00 St. Croix - (Drinking Water, etc. Non Administrative) 1,200.00 4,500.00 Laptop {2} 4,000.00 310.00 2 Back Ups Batteries @ 155.00 4,310.00 19 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 [ = Facilities Repair and Maintenance - nery (Copiers/Printers, Fire Extinguishers) 3,812.00 Office Minor Repairs 10,000.00 Air Condition Maintenance - St Thomas Office Est. $475.00 per Month for 12 Months 5,700.00 Exterminating Services 500.00 $ 20,012.00 eted St. Thomas 2,380.00 St. Croix 4,000.00 $ 6,380.00 ; if 1 | | ST. THOMAS $ LAB Management, LLC., 4,148 square feet at $5,797.81 per month for 12 months 69,573.72 ST. CROIX ZEFO's Enterprise LLC, 3000 square feet at $4,500.00 per month for 12 months ($18.00 per $ 54,000.00 sq. ft.) PRIME STORAGE Rental $408.42 per month for 3 months & $420.67 for 9 months 5,011.32 $ 128,585.04 —_—_——_ —_—_—_— —— ST. THOMAS Past Office Box 500.00 $ 500.00 enti a a s 20 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 [ PRFESSiONALseRVices | AMounT [Torat | Professional Services $ 25,000.00 Custodial Services - St. Thomas Office $650.00 per Month for 12 Months S 7,800.00 Custodial Services - St. Croix Office $613.60 per Month for 12 Months $ 7,363.20 Stenographic Services ($2,000 per meeting X16 Meetings} S 32,000.00 | $ 72,163.20 [___rormrrortssiona senvces cosrscassawcoy sen. 21 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 Training / Convention and Registration Fees NARUC Regulatory Studies 2 Commissioners & 1 Staff_@ $1,100 3,300.00 NARUC Winter Committee Meeting 4 Commissioners & 1 Staff @ $575 2,875.00 NARUC Summer Committee Meeting 4 Commissioners & 1 Staff @ $350 1,750.00 1,500.00 MACRUC Mid-Atlantic Conference 4 Commissioners & 1 Staff @ 5 300 NARUC Annual! Meeting - 4 Commissioners & 1 Staff @ $600 3,000.00 OCCUR Annual Conference 2 Commisisoners & 1 Staff @5500 1,500.00 4,800.00 $ 18,725.00 General Staff Training ADT STT $104 x 12months 1,248.00 ADT STX $11 X 12months 132.00 ADT Parts/Misc. 600.00 | $ 1,980.00 i =a ok 22 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 fo communication Mount [Toran St. Thomas 4 cable boxes $60 x 12 months 2,880.00 7 Telephone Lines @ $690 per Month (12 Months) 8,280.00 1 cell phone @ S60 per Month 720.00 1,440.00 2 tablets - @ $60 per Month (12 Months) MiFi @ $134 per month 1,608.00 Bureau of Information Technology (BIT-Fiber Cable} $1,150 quarterly 4,600.00 $ 19,528.00 St. Croix 720.00 1 cable box $60 x 12 months 6 Telephone Lines @ $580.00 per Month (12 Months} 6,960.00 720.00 1 cell phone @ S60 per Month MiFi @ $134 per month 1,608.00 720.00 1 tablet - @ $60 per Month (12 Months) Bureau of Information Technology (BIT-Fiber Cable} $1,150 quarterly 4,600.00 | $ 15,328.00 3,600.00 | $ Media Services $300.00 per Month (12 Months) 3,600.00 [|_____rorarcommuncanon omooesasony sa asec [___ADVERTISINGAND PROMOTION | aMounT [oral | Ag Fair Fees $ 500.00 Employee of the Year Fees $ 1,000.00 Printed Media/Advertising/Publications 5 2,500.00 PSC Awareness Campaign $ 6,500.00 | $ 10,500.00 23 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 TRANSPORTATION - NOT TRAVEL AMOUNT TOTAL Transportation - Not Travel S 550.00 TOTAL TRANSPORTATION - NOT TRAVEL (60323004-536000) 5 550.00 INSURANCE AMOUNT | TOTAL Full Insurance on 4 motor vehicles @ $2,125.00 each S 8,500.00 TOTAL INSURANCE (60323004-561000) $ 8,500.00 OTHER SERVICES (NOC) AMOUNT TOTAL NARUC Professional Membership Dues S 3,500.00 OOCUR Membership Dues S 3,000.00 Credit Card Expenses S 10,000.00 Other Services (NOC) S 4,000.00 | $ 20,500.00 TOTAL OTHER SERVICES {60323004-564100) S 20,500.00 24 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 [| TRAVEL-INTERISLAND TRAVEL [AMOUNT [TOTAL Airfare - 5265 R/T between Districts for 80 trips 21,200.00 Ground Transportation and Parking x 5 Round Trips for Personnel-St.John/St. Thomas/St. Croix 780.00 Ferry Travel St. Thomas/St. John 432.00 Hotel @ $265 for 3 Staff for 10 nights 7,950.00 Meals 575 per day x 3 Staff X 10 days 2,250.00 [TAREE aaa | OFF ISLAND TRAVEL [| NARUCWINTERCOMMITTEE MEETING ss [|_— AMOUNT [TOTAL $1,200 Airfare X 5 Personnel S 6,000.00 $350 Hotel X 5 Personnel X 6 Nights $ 10,500.00 S75 Meals XS Personnel X 6 Nights S 2,250.00 $100 Ground Transportation X 5 Personnel $ 500.00 [___ SUBTOTAL WINTER COMMITTEEMEETING $19,250.00] [___MACRUCMID-ATLANTIC CONFERENCE [AMOUNT [TOTAL $1,200 Airfare X 5 Personnel 6,000.00 $350 Hotel X 5 Personnel X 5 Nights 8,750.00 575 Meals X5 Personnel X 5 Nights 1,875.00 500.00 $100 Ground Transportation X 5 Personnel [SE ETL LL LEE] [ __NARUCSUMMER COMMITTEE MEETING [| AMouNT [TOTAL $1,200 Airfare X 5 Personnel $ 6,000.00 $350 Hotel X 5 Personnel X 5 Nights $ 8,750.00 575 Meals X 5 Personnel X 5 Nights $ 1,875.00 $100 Ground Transportation X 5 Personnel $ 500.00 [SUBTOTAL SUMMER COMMITTEE MEETING sas 00 | 25 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION TRAVEL [ ____ANNUALREGULATORYsTUDIESPROGRAM [AMOUNT [TOTAL $1,200 Airfare X 3 Personnel 3,600.00 $225 Hotel X 3 Personnel X 5 Nights 3,375.00 575 Meals X 3 Personnel X 5 Nights 1,125.00 $100 Ground Transportation X 3 Commissioners 300.00 [TET ANWUAL REGULATORY STUDIES PROGRAM sano | [aRUcANNUALCoNveNTION [amount [oral $1,200 Airfare X 4 Personnel $ 4,800.00 $350 Hotel X 4 Personnel X 6 Nights $ 8,400.00 S75 Meals X 4 Personnel X 6 Nights $ 1,800.00 $100 Ground Transportation X 4 Personnel $ 400.00 [__ BURTOTEERSRUS AR NUAL CONVENTION ann f oocurworKsHop Mount toran $1,200 Airfare X 3 Personnel 5 3,600.00 $350 Hotel X 3 Personnel X5 Nights $ 5,250.00 575 Meals X 3 Personnel X 5 Nights S 1,125.00 $100 Ground Transportation 3 Personnel $ 300.00 See ae] TOTAL INTER ISLAND TRAVEL $ 32,612.00 TOTAL OFF ISLAND TRAVEL $ 87,575.00 [|_cnprorarnave sonsonnssano) so e700 26 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 Pury amounts Prorat Electricity - St. Thomas estimated at $2,000 per month for 12 months $ 24,000.00 Electricity - St. Croix estimated at $800 per month for 12 months $ 12,000.00 | $ 36,000.00 foruumumservies oszsoosswoy | ss. 27 PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION PSC REVOLVING FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET - FUND 6032 fo caprraouruay Mount [tora | MACH, EQUIP, MISC Vehicle STX 2? of 2 $ 45,500.00 - Upgrade Video Conference System STT and STX 5 Air Condition Split Units $ 40,000.00 | $ 85,500.00 28 i. _ ~ [oom oe Thank You's