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	Sorry. We no longer mail out a printed version of the UTC News & Views. We do, however, continue to issue regular e-mail newsletters via our listserv. You can sign up directly through our listserv (you will receive no more than one e-mail a month from us) or you can e-mail Tim Sweeney who will subscribe you to the listserv. Below is our archive of previously printed newsletters.
		Spring/Summer 2003 - Read about the Qwest proposal to sell its directory publishing company, the latest natural gas change, the national “do not call” list, the emergence of a new consumer advocacy group, what to do when you have phone service problems and the national debate on deregulation of the electricity market. -- all inside this edition of UTC News&Views.
		Fall/Winter 2002 - Read about the strongest telephone privacy rules in the nation and the latest on the Qwest customer-service settlement with the state Attorney General. Find out what happened with Puget’s time-of-use program and learn why deals made over the phone should be put in writing --all inside this edition of UTC News and Views
		Summer 2002 - Read about Qwest getting state approval to enter the long-distance market, an update on PSE & Avista's electricity rates, staff ’s tips on saving money on your phone bill, 10 reasons why your water rate will increase, answers about prepaid calling cards, what to do when you receive a collect call and much more-- all inside this edition of UTC News and Views
		Spring 2002 - An update on Puget Sound Energy and Avista rate cases, a summary on our proposed telephone consumer rules, including new privacy protections, background on how local calling areas are established and an explanation of those basic customer charges that appear on your energy bills--all inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Winter 2002 - Qwest's efforts to enter the long-distance markets and their bearing on local phone competition. The latest on rate requests, including a winter energy rate review, winter storm preparation tips, answers to your natural gas questions & exciting news on how your utility will pay you to generate electricity--all inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Fall 2001 -- Puget and Avista rate increase requests trigger a primer on rate cases, new protections for energy customer privacy, review proposed rules on telephone service quality credits and get tips on how to use directory assistance more effectively--all inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Summer 2001 -- Find out what's happening to your phone rates, prepare yourself for calling home while on vacation, get your questions answered about Puget's time-of-use program, learn about xeriscaping and meet our new commissioner--all inside this edition of UTC News & Views
		Spring 2001 - Learn how more customers are getting a choice in local phone service and how you can make a good choice too. Also, catch up on our efforts to postpone 10-digit dialing in eastern Washington, and gains tips on conserving water and energy. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views
		Winter 2001 - Estimate your winter heating bill and read Chairwoman Showalter's analysis of why natural gas, but not electricity, is more expensive this winter. Learn how to find reliable consumer information from your computer and discover how we're getting tough with "slammers." All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Summer 2000 -- Learn how to keep your winter heating bills lower and how to take advantage of customer service guarantees offered by your electricity and telephone company. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Spring 2000 -- Learn how to shop for a moving company, get details on a major victory for pay-phone customers, find out how recycling credits save you money, and get the facts on how to change your long-distance company. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Winter 2000 -- Understand how changes in energy markets may affect you, learn about UTC's role in pipeline safety, find out how to protect yourself from telephone slamming, and check out our newly-remodeled website. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Fall 1999 -- Learn how to save money at payphones, discover the UTC railroad safety programs, find out how to get winter home heating assistance, and see if the new area code will affect you. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Summer 1999 -- Learn how to prepare for Y2K, update yourself on the UTC review of Pacific Power's proposed merger, review your rail crossing safety skills, get your water conservation questions answered, and discover energy education websites. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
		Spring 1999 -- Learn how to choose the best long distance deal, meet the Commission's new chairwoman, get questions answered on utility taxes, and find out about our revamped consumer brochures. All inside this edition of UTC News & Views.
	Here is a list of articles that appeared in newsletters before 1999.

Posted/updated: 03/26/2007