IURC suspends tree trimming pending final order (VICTORY!)

Dear Traders Point Neighbors:

I met today with our State Senator Mike Delph (about a new impending tree removal disaster from another utility, Vectren), and, in the process of our discussion, I learned from Mike that just yesterday (12-10-09) IURC issued a ruling in the investigation of electric utility tree trimming practices and tariffs. The complete ruling is attached. In its last sentence it says that the tariff 15.2 (that said IPL is allowed to trim and remove trees on private property) is suspended pending the final order of the proceedings.
IURC's Tree Trimming Decision 12-10-2009 -

This is quite an accomplishment by us little David citizens that came together to take on the Goliath IPL.

Sincerely,
MAStevens
TPAN Secretary
/IURC%27s%20Tree%20Trimming%20Decision%2012-10-2009.pdf
On Sat, Dec 12, 2009 at 11:18 AM, Jerry and Cindy Baker wrote:
Charlie and I were not sure this was public yet, but it obviously is. Thanks to Mary Ann for the verification.

In my opinion there is still questionable legal language in 15.1, and 15.3 that also needs consideration, but this is a very positive indication from the IURC that we are being heard.
Keep in mind the word "suspended", but, nevertheless, with the help of many, we have really achieved something here. Hopefully, much more positive progress to come.
This news will be sent to our larger list shortly.

Thanks to all of you...

Jerry Baker / Charles Goodman