The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) announced that it will host a series of consumer forums throughout Michigan in September and October. The forums are designed to give consumers the latest information on electric and natural gas rates for the winter and the status of local and long distance telephone service.

One of the MPSC’s three Commissioners – Chairman Orgiakor Isiogu, Commissioner Monica Martinez, or Commissioner Steven A. Transeth – will be available at each forum to discuss these issues, explain how the Commission makes decisions, and listen to questions and comments regarding utility service.

Following is information on each upcoming consumer forum:

Marquette
Thursday, September 24, 6 p.m.
City Hall – Commission Chambers
300 West Baraga Avenue

Detroit
Tuesday, September 29, 4 p.m.
Northwest Activities Center – Ballroom
18100 Meyers Road

Adrian
Tuesday, October 6, 6 p.m.
Adrian Public Library – Public Meeting Room
143 East Maumee Street

East Tawas
Thursday, October 8, 6 p.m.
City Hall – Council Chambers
760 Newman Street

Livonia
Monday, October 12, 12:30 p.m.
Civic Park Senior Center
15218 Farmington Road

Port Huron
Wednesday, October 28, 6 p.m.
Municipal Office Center – Public Meeting Room
100 McMorran Boulevard

Muskegon
Thursday, Oct. 29, 6 p.m.
City Hall – Commission Chambers
433 Terrace Street

The consumer forum sites are accessible, including handicapped parking. Persons needing any accommodation to participate should contact Mark Smith at (517) 241-5410 in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance.