The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) will host in person and virtual public comment hearings, and encourages anyone who is interested or potentially impacted to participate. The Commission values hearing perspectives from directly impacted community members, which is critical in decision-making.
In addition to public comment hearings, the Commission can take public comment online, by phone, mail or email. The online PUC Calendar is updated with all public comment hearing opportunities and information, and can be found here.
Upcoming PUC Opportunities include:
Xcel Energy Just Transition Solicitation, Proceeding No. 24A-0442E:
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) invites community members to provide comments regarding Xcel Energy’s Just Transition Plan, Proceeding 24A-0442E. Xcel Energy filed for PUC approval of its 2024 “Just Transition Solicitation” (JTS) on Oct. 15, 2024. The JTS is Xcel Energy’s next Electric Resource Plan to address the acquisition of new utility resources to meet future electricity needs on its system.
The primary objectives of the JTS include fulfilling resource adequacy and providing reliable service; continuing progress on emissions reductions; and, delivering a just transition in communities where generation assets are retiring. Xcel Energy’s Unit 3 coal-fired facility in Pueblo will retire no later than Jan. 1, 2031, and coal-fired facilities in Craig and Hayden are set to retire in 2027 and 2028.
More information is available at the PUC Electric Resource Plans page. The Commission is expected to reach a final decision in August 2025.
JTS Public Comment Opportunities:
Pueblo In Person Public Comment Hearings:
Who: Local community members and PUC Commission
When: 4 - 6 PM, Thursday, April 17
Where: Hoag Recital Hall, CSU-Pueblo Campus, 2200 Bonforte Blvd., Pueblo
Services: Light refreshments and a children’s play area. ASL or Spanish interpretation services can be requested by contacting Holly Bise at 303-894-2024 or holly.bise@state.co.us by Thursday, April 3.
Hayden In Person Public Comment Hearing:
Who: Local community members and PUC Commission
When: 4 - 6 PM, Thursday, May 1
Where: Hayden Community Center, 495 W. Jefferson Ave., Hayden
Services: Light refreshments and a children’s play area. ASL or Spanish interpretation services can be requested by contacting Holly Bise at 303-894-2024 or holly.bise@state.co.us by Thursday, April 17.
Virtual Public Comment Hearing:
Who: All community members, stakeholders and PUC Commission
When: 11 AM - 1 PM, Monday, April 28
Services: ASL or Spanish interpretation services can be requested by contacting Holly Bise at 303-894-2024 or holly.bise@state.co.us by Monday, April 14.
Register here
Proposed Amendments to Rail Rules Implementing HB24-1030, Proceeding. No. 25R-0083R:
This Proceeding implements additional fining authority for noncompliance with wayside detector systems and obstructions at public crossings as authorized in HB24-1030.
Virtual Public Comment Hearing:
Who: PUC Administrative Law Judge, community members and stakeholders
Date: Tuesday, April 15
Time: 11 AM - 5 PM. Note that the hearing will begin at 11 AM but may conclude earlier than 5PM.
Register here
Xcel Energy Wildfire Mitigation Plan, Proceeding No. 24A-0296E:
The PUC will host virtual public comment hearings on Xcel Energy’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP). The PUC invites community members to provide comments regarding the Company’s $1.9 billion plan for wildfire mitigation.
The Wildfire Mitigation Plan includes Xcel Energy’s proposed mitigation activities and investments, including targeted equipment inspections, repairs and replacements; expanded vegetation management; system protection enhancements; weather and wind modeling; practices related to public safety power shut-offs; and community and stakeholder outreach. Learn more about this on the PUC’s Key Proceeding page.
WMP Virtual Public Comment Hearing:
Tuesday, April 29, from 4 PM to 6 PM (register here)
Other ways to submit public comment and for more information:
- Public comments should reference the Proceeding Number:
- Submit written comments using the Commission’s online form
- Submit through email at dora_puc_website@state.co.us
- Mail comments to the Commission’s offices at: Colorado Public Utilities Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 250, Denver, CO 80202
- Calling (303) 869-3490 to leave oral comments (English and Spanish options)
Public comment hearing information is available on the PUC Calendar
Interpreting services for ASL and Spanish are available upon request when received two weeks in advance of each hearing. Submit requests to Holly.bise@state.co.us