ACC moves toward takeover of Johnson Utilities

by Jake Kincaid | San Tan Sentinel

The people of San Tan Valley came together and spoke out against Johnson Utilities, and the Arizona Corporation Commission heard their outcry.

The ACC unanimously approved an order to show cause, forcing Johnson Utilities to legally demonstrate why an interim manager should not be appointed to manage the utility in a hearing scheduled for March 29.

“It is clear we are where we are today because the public has spoken that there is a threat of public endangerment and growing concerns about billing practices,” said commission Chairman Tom Forese during Friday’s proceedings, citing February hearings held in San Tan Valley.