Public Utilities Commission Approves 9-1-1 Surcharge Increase to Fund Critical Network Upgrades
September 26, 2024 - Denver, Colorado – The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) voted to approve funding for a series of vital improvements to Colorado’s 9-1-1 network aimed at enhancing reliability and reducing the risk of outages. The Commission voted to approve a 3-cent increase to the state 9-1-1 surcharge, effective Jan. 1, 2025. The approved projects, totaling an estimated $4.6 million, include: