Gierisch, Bobby 2011-05-24

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This interview features Bobby Gierisch as he discusses the deregulation of power companies, and working for the Public Utilities Commission. Gierisch also explains his defense against the LCRA line that was proposed to go through his property.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Bobby Gierisch

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Date: May 24, 2011

Location: Austin, Texas

Interviewer: Andy Wilkinson

Length: 01:19:13


Abstract

Introduction and initial questions, Deregulation of power, Municipal power entities; changes brought by deregulation, Gierisch’s experience with the Public Utilities Commission, Seeing both sides of a PUC; the LCRA line, Park and Wildlife’s court proceedings with CREZ; decisions of where to put the line, Working with landowners; the people factor, Final questions and thoughts


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Transcript: No transcript available



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