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On October
2, 2000, the Kentucky Association of Fire Chiefs requested a formal
investigation by the Kentucky Public Service Commission into the
practice of water utilities imposing standby fees for sprinklers
and other private fire protection measures. Such fees in Kentucky
in some cases exceeded $1,200 per month even when the systems had
never flowed any water for fire extinguishment.
The Kentucky Firefighters Association, the Kentucky Fire Sprinkler
Association, the National Fire Sprinkler Association, members of
NFPA, and others supported the KAFC in its efforts.
On December 7, 2001, after a review to ensure that utility practices
are not discouraging or preventing reasonable, cost-effective means
of fire protection services, the Kentucky Public Service Commission
(KPSC) issued an order in administrative case #385, regarding such
fees assessed by water utilities. The KPSC review was very thorough
and comprehensive. A copy of the review and findings are available
through representatives of the Kentucky Association of Fire Chiefs,
including KAFC members at Bowling Green Fire Department.
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