Public Advocates Office's Mission
The Public Advocates Office is an independent organization
within the CPUC that advocates solely on behalf of utility ratepayers. Our
Director is appointed by the Governor and has its own independent operating
budget. Our statutory mission is to obtain the lowest possible rate for service
consistent with reliable and safe service levels. As the only State entity
charged with this responsibility, we have a critical role in ensuring that
consumers are represented at the CPUC on matters that affect how much consumers
pay for utility services and the quality of those services.