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South Dakota Public Utilities Commission

WEEKLY FILINGS

For the Period of October 7, 1999 through October 13, 1999

If you need a complete copy of a filing faxed, overnight expressed, or mailed to you, please contact Delaine Kolbo within five business days of this filing.

Phone: 605-773-3705 Fax: 605-773-3809

CONSUMER COMPLAINTS

CT99-044 In the Matter of the Complaint filed by William P. and Debra L. Lange, Rapid City, South Dakota, against America's Tele-Network Corp. Regarding Unauthorized Switching of Services.

On October 8, 1999, the Commission received a complaint from William P. and Debra L. Lange, Rapid City, South Dakota, against America's Tele-Network Corp. regarding unauthorized switching of services. Complainants allege their long distance provider was switched without their authorization and further allege that a long distance block has been placed on their line. Complainants are asking to have all charges removed from their account and to have applicable fines and penalties imposed on the company. Complainants are also seeking additional damages for an unspecified amount.

Staff Analyst: Leni Healy
Staff Attorney: Camron Hoseck
Date Filed: 10/08/99
Intervention Deadline: NA

CT99-045 In the Matter of the Complaint filed by GSA, Inc., Rapid City, South Dakota, against Qwest Communications Inc. Regarding Unauthorized Switching of Services.

On October 12, 1999, the Commission received a complaint filed by GSA, Inc., Rapid City, South Dakota, against Qwest Communications, Inc. regarding unauthorized switching of services. Complainant alleges its long distance provider was switched without authorization. Complainant is seeking a credit of Qwest charges.

Staff Analyst: Leni Healy
Staff Attorney: Camron Hoseck
Dated Filed: 10/12/99
Intervention Deadline: NA

NATURAL GAS

NG99-007 In the Matter of the Filing by NorthWestern Public Service Company for Approval of Refund Plan Relating to Rate Case Refunds Received from Northern Natural Gas Company.

NorthWestern Public Service (NorthWestern) received rate case refunds in the amount of $507,041 from Northern Natural Gas Company (Northern) in September, 1999. Per the currently effective NorthWestern tariff, any refunds in excess of $500,000 require the company to file a refund plan before the Commission and the Commission shall determine the method of refund.

Staff Analyst: Heather Forney
Staff Attorney: Karen Cremer
Date Filed: 10/08/99
Intervention Date: 10/29/99

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