E-13-(i)Book of Authorities
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oceeds of sale — Al‑ berta Energy and Utilities Board Act, R.S.A. 2000, c. A‑17, s. 15(3) — Public Utilities Board Act, R.S.A. 2000, c. P‑45, s. 37 — Gas Utilities Act, R.S.A. 2000, c. G‑5, s. 26(2). ATCO is a public utility in Alberta whi...
AI summary ATCO, an Alberta natural gas utility, applied to sell unused Calgary assets under the Gas Utilities Act, arguing the sale would not harm customers. Proceeds would retire asset book value, cover costs, and distribute profits to shareholders. The City of Calgary opposed shareholder distribution, prioritizing ratepayer interests. The Alberta Energy and Utilities Board and Public Utilities Board Act are cited in the proceeding.
1.1 Overview of the Facts ATCO Gas - South ("AGS"), which is a division of ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. ("ATCO"), filed an application by letter with the Board pursuant to s. 25.1(2) (now s. 26(2)) of the GUA, for approval of the sale of it...
AI summary ATCO Gas - South applied to sell non-utility land in Calgary, arguing the sale would reduce rates by retiring the asset from the rate base. The Board considered the application without a hearing, while opposing parties contested the disposition of sale proceeds to shareholders.
and the difference between original cost and net book value (for customers). However, where the sale price does not exceed original cost, customers are entitled to all of the gain on sale. [para. 27] The Board also referred to Decision 200...
AI summary The document discusses the allocation of net proceeds from asset sales, emphasizing the TransAlta Formula's application and the Board's jurisdiction. Customers are entitled to the higher of the TransAlta Formula result or the no-harm amount. The Board rejects AGS's claim of retrospective ratemaking, citing the TransAlta Appeal decision. Jurisdiction to regulate asset disposal and protect customer interests is affirmed.
considérée, le client n'acquiert à l'égard des biens non amortissables aucun droit fondé sur l'equity ou issu de la loi lorsqu'il n'a payé que pour l'utilisation de ces biens. [Je souligne; par. 64.]
AI summary The text states that a client does not acquire equity-based or statutory rights in non-depreciable assets when payment is limited to their usage. This legal principle emphasizes that ownership rights are not conferred through usage fees alone.
d'un bien non amortissable, comme un terrain nu, et celui issu de la vente d'un bien amortissable dont le coût a été inclus dans la base tarifaire ou d'un terrain détenu pour usage ultérieur. [p. 105] Encore une fois, je ne dis pas que l'o...
AI summary The text discusses the distinction between non-depreciable assets (e.g., land) and depreciable assets in regulatory contexts. It argues that Alberta's broad statutory language grants the Alberta Energy and Utilities Board (AEUB) discretion in public interest allocations, rejecting ATCO Gas - South's attempt to limit this authority through doctrinal constraints.
II. Conclusion En résumé, le par. 15(3) de l'AEUBA conférait à la Commission le pouvoir d'[TRADUCTION] « imposer les conditions supplémentaires qu'elle juge nécessaires dans l'intérêt public » en statuant sur la demande d'autorisation de l...
AI summary The Alberta Energy and Utilities Board Act (AEUBA) and Gas Utilities Act (GUA) granted the Commission authority to impose conditions in the public interest when approving the sale of ATCO's assets. The Commission allocated proceeds from the sale based on public interest considerations, emphasizing its regulatory mandate under AEUBA and GUA. The decision affirms the Commission's discretion in such matters.
Services de gaz désignés - 26(1) Le lieutenant-gouverneur en conseil peut, par règlement, désigner les propriétaires de services de gaz assujettis au présent article et à l'article 27. - (2) Le propriétaire d'un service de gaz désigné en a...
AI summary Section 26 regulates designated gas utilities in Nova Scotia, requiring Commission approval for actions like issuing securities, capitalizing rights, or merging. Unauthorized transactions are void unless part of normal business operations. The lieutenant-governor in council designates these utilities under subsection (1).