Mission, Goals, and Objectives

Mission

The mission of the Michigan Public Service Commission is to grow Michigan’s economy and enhance the quality of life of its communities by assuring safe and reliable energy, telecommunications, and transportation services at reasonable prices.

Goals

Establish fair and reasonable rates for regulated services and adopt and administer fair terms and conditions of service for the State’s utility customers.

Assure adequate and reliable supplies of regulated services to all Michigan customers, and the safe and efficient production, distribution, and use of the State’s energy, telecommunications, and transportation services.

Assure the security of the State’s critical infrastructure by promoting homeland security.

Promote the State’s economic growth and enhance the quality of life of its communities through adoption of new technologies like broadband telecommunications and efficient renewable energy resources.

Provide customers with the opportunity to choose alternative electric, natural gas, telecommunications, and transportation providers.

Provide regulatory oversight in a prudent and efficient manner while implementing legislative and constitutional requirements.