Gates, Nina From: Gates, Nina Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2016 3:05 PM To: 'Marcus Johnson' Subject: RE: EIPF Key Biscayne, Fl Thankyou! From: MarcusJohnson Sent: Thursday, March 17,2016 3:03 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: EIPF Key Biscayne, Fl Hello Nina, Commissioner Howard's invitation is attached. Thanks, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2016 2:55 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: EIPF Key Biscayne, Fl Hi Marcus, I received invitations to the October EIPF meetings for VC Whitfield, Comm Hamilton and Comm Fleming, but I didn?t get one for Comm Howard. I?m sure you sent it but it didn?t get to me, would you please e-mail or fax one for him. Thanks! Hope things are going well with you and that you will have a great weekend! Nina Nina Gates. Administrative Coordinator for: Swain E. Whitfield, Vice Chairman Elizabeth B. ?Lib? Fleming, Commissioner G. O?Neal Hamilton, Commissioner John E. ?Butch Howard, Commissioner Public Service Commission of South Carolina 101 Executive Center Drive, Suite 100 Columbia SC 29210 (803) 896-5259 133 Gates, Nina From: Gates, Nina Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2016 3:07 PM To: 'Connie Jones' Subject: RE: EIPF Whitfield says yes too! From: Connie Jones Sent: Thursday, May 05,2016 1:19 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: Re: EIPF Perfect. Thank you Nina. Have a great weekend!! On May 5, 2016, at 1:16 PM, Gates, Nina wrote: I can tell you that Commissioners Fleming and Howard are at this point planning to attend EIPF. Hope that helps ease your mind a little; I?ll get back with you next week about the other two. Have a great weekend! Nina Nina Gates. Administrative Coordinator for: Swain E. Whit?eld Vice Chairman Elizabeth B. ?Lib? Fleming, Commissioner G. O?Neal Hamilton, Commissioner John E. ?Butch? Howard, Commissioner Public Service Commission of South Carolina 101 Executive Center Drive, Suite 100 Columbia SC 29210 (803) 896-5259 131 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2016 10:11 AM Cc: Marcus Johnson Subject: EIPF update Attachments: 2016 DRAFT WEIPF Energy Agenda 092816.pdf; 2016 DRAFT EIPF Energy Agenda 092816.pdf Good morning, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for agreeing to participate in this year?s Energy Forum. I would also like to extend my appreciation to you for working with me on your transportation needs. We are finalizing the ground transportation arrangements and I hope to be able to provide that information to you by early next week at the latest. We are also working on finalizing the agenda(s). The latest drafts are attached. If you could review the agenda to ensure there are no issues with your placement it would be greatly appreciated. If there are issues, please let me know at your earliest convenience so that we may correct it. Again, thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to Key Biscayne. hAarcus 99 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2016 9:27 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Nina, Good morning. I'm sorry if you already sent it, but could you please send Commissioner Howard's flight itinerary to me? I?m working on ground transportation and realized I don't his flight information. Also, if you could provide his cell phone number that would be much appreciated as well. Thanks, Marcus From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 1:32 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Good afternoon, Nina. Do you have any new information on Commissioners Fleming and Hamilton? Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 11:20 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF In other book it Danno! From: Gates, Nina Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 11:14 AM To: 'Marcus Johnson' Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF He has not ?thankfully I had a small brain spurt that told me to contact you! The old gray mare ain?t what she used to bell That is both good and bad!! Have a great rest ofthe day! From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 07,2016 11:11 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF LOL thanks, Nina. Has Chairman Whitfield booked this itinerary or may I move forward with doing so? 100 From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 11:09 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Whew! Scared myself! I can share with you that Chairman Whitfield has conflicts in SC that he has committed too, so he has found what he believes is the only alternative he has for this travel. American Airlines: Sunday October 9? Flight 4085 Departing CAE at 8:00 PM to CLT - Departing CLT Flight 1277 at 10:30 PM and arriving in MIA at 12:35 AM. Tuesday October 11: Flight 1384 Departing MIA at to CLT Departing CLT Flight 4010 at 10:25 and arriving at CAE 11:15 PM Commissioner Howard has already booked his flight after conferring with Connie. I will get back to you with Commissioner Fleming's information and whether, or not Commissioner Hamilton will be able to come. Thanks for your help! You?ve sure made my day better and I hope I haven?t put a kink in yours! Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:27 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Yes, Nina, we take of the accommodations and I'm glad you reached out to me. I'm in the process of making travel arrangements. If you could confirm the airport(s) each of the commissioners will be traveling from I'll look into flights and send you some options to consider. Thanks, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:25 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Lodging for EIPF Marcus, don?t you book lodging for Commissioners who are speaking at EIPF or have I totally lost my mind? I have registered Chairman Whitfield and Commissioners Fleming and Howard, Commissioner Hamilton is still not sure that he will be able to come. Nina 101 Gates, Nina From: Gates, Nina Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 2:38 PM To: 'Marcus Johnson' Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Apology not necessary, I?m just sorry our contact was broken! My sent e-mail has them showing as being sent to the same e-mail address I?m using now! We have changed from having in-house internet service to going to the State internet service. Causing a lot of problems! So glad you contacted me. Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 21,2016 2:32 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Thank you, Nina! I apologize I didn't receive the earlier emails. From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 2:30 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Marcus, I?m thinking you must not have received the two e-mails that i sent out to you, one on the 14th and the other on the 15th of September. Would please reply that you have received this one. 9/14/2016 Hi Marcus, Commissioner Fleming asked me to let you know that she will not be able to participate in EIPF this year. Her schedule just doesn?t allow her to all that she had intended to do. 9/15, 2016 Hello again, Marcus, Commissioner Hamilton has learned that he will not be able to attend EIPF this time. He was looking forward to that trip but can?t be away from home during the week of EIPF. Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard will be the only ones coming from my suite of 4! Hope you have a great weekend! Don?t hesitate to contact me if I can be of any help. Nina 102 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 2:32 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Thank you, Nina! I apologize I didn't receive the earlier emails. From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2016 2:30 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Marcus, I?m thinking you must not have received the two e-mails that I sent out to you, one on the 14th and the other on the 15th of September. Would please reply that you have received this one. 9/14/2016 Hi Marcus, Commissioner Fleming asked me to let you know that she will not be able to participate in EIPF this year. Her schedule just doesn?t allow her to all that she had intended to do. 9/15, 2016 Hello again, Marcus, Commissioner Hamilton has learned that he will not be able to attend EIPF this time. He was looking forward to that trip but can?t be away from home during the week of EIPF. Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard will be the only ones coming from my suite of4! Hope you have a great weekend! Don?t hesitate to contact me ifl can be of any help. Nina From: Marcus Johnson [mailtonarcus@netcommworkscom] Sent: Wednesday, September 21,2016 1:33 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Good afternoon, Nina. Do you have any new information on Commissioners Fleming and Hamilton? Marcus 105 From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:25 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Lodging for EIPF Marcus, don?t you book lodging for Commissioners who are speaking at EIPF or have totally lost my mind? I have registered Chairman Whitfield and Commissioners Fleming and Howard, Commissioner Hamilton is still not sure that he will be able to come. Nina 110 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Friday, September 09, 2016 8:58 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: FW: E?Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 Whitfield, Swain - Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7209442005543) From: Expedia.com [Expedia@expediamail.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 4:56 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: E-Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 - Whitfield, Swain - Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7209442005543) Expedia' EIPF Energy 2016 - Whitfield, Swain Oct9, 2016 - Oct 11, 2016 Before you go 0 E-ticket: This email can be used as an E-ticket. 0 Remember to bring your itinerary and government-issued photo ID for airport check-in and security. Contact the airline to confirm: 0 speci?c seat assignments 0 special meals 0 frequent ?yer point awards 0 special assistance requests iFIightoyerview Travel dates Oct 9, 2016 - Oct 11, 2016 Itinerary 7209442005543 113 Your ticket is not yet confirmed. We are confirming it with the airline and will update your online itinerary within 24 hours. 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Add cancellation protection Expires Thu, Sep 8, QDeparture Sun, 9 Oct American Airlines 4085 operated by AIR WISCONSIN AS AMERICAN EAGLE Columbia (CAE) -) Charlotte (CLT) 8:00 PM 9:06 PM Class: Economy Coach (N) 1h 6m duration (91 24m stop Charlotte (CLT) American Airlines 1277 Charlotte (CLT) -) Miami (MIA) 10:30 PM 12:35 AM +1 day Arrives on Oct 10, 2016 Class: Economy Coach (N) 2h 5m duration Total Duration 4h 35m QReturn Tue, 11 Oct American Airlines 1384 Miami (MIA) -) Charlotte (CLT) 114 Class: Economy Coach (8) 2h 8m duration 01 7m stop Charlotte (CLT) American Airlines 4010 operated by AIR WISCONSIN AS AMERICAN EAGLE Charlotte (CLT) -) Columbia (CAE) 10:25 PM Class: Economy Coach (8) 50m duration Total Duration 1 4h 5m Traveler(s) Swain Edgar Whitfield No frequent flyer details provided Special requests Seat assignments, special meals, frequent flyer point awards and special assistance request should be confirmed directly with the airline. Price summary Expedlo Traveler 1: Adult $466.20 Flight: $394.42 . . 121 pomts Taxes and Fees. $71.78 forthis trip Flight Total: $466.20 All prices are quoted in USD See a" your rewards Travel protection You have not bought travel protection. 115 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:27 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Yes, Nina, we take of the accommodations and I'm glad you reached out to me. I'm in the process of making travel arrangements. If you could confirm the airport(s) each of the commissioners will be traveling from I'll look into flights and send you some options to consider. Thanks, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:25 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Lodging for EIPF Marcus, don?t you book lodging for Commissioners who are speaking at EIPF or have I totally lost my mind? I have registered Chairman Whitfield and Commissioners Fleming and Howard, Commissioner Hamilton is still not sure that he will be able to come. Nina 128 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2016 8:50 AM Cc: Marcus Johnson Subject: Hurricane Matthew The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne has been tracking the progression of Hurricane Matthew closely and providing us with regular updates. The first bands of the storm are now approaching the area, but we have been told that the tropical storm level weather they are expecting should be out of the area by tomorrow afternoon. As a result, at this time the plan is to move forward with WEIPF and EIPF as originally planned. If something should change, we will send out an alert as early as possible to inform everyone. Thank you and safe travels, Marcus 90 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2016 4:11 PM Cc: Marcus Johnson Subject: has been POSTPONED Dear Participants, In consideration for the safety and welfare ofour family, we have determined that the risks of continuing with the upcoming conference at Key Biscayne, Florida are too great. Hurricane Matthew has and is causing much damage to the Florida coast and we have to consider the risks at this time. We are currently working with the Ritz-Carlton staff to find an alternative 2016 conference date and we will send the new conference date within the next week. We appreciate your patience, understanding and hard work that has been put into your sessions/keynote addresses, etc. and we will plan to utilize the same agenda for great discussion and dialogue. If you have any questions or need assistance in travel cancellations, etc. please contact Marcus Johnson at Thank you and stay safe, Team 89 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 1:24 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Nina, Please review the ?ights below and con?rm whether or not these work. Thanks, Marcus Whit?eld - Columbia (CAE) Saturday, November 19 American 5192 Depart CAE 2:15pm Arrive CLT 3:23pm American 379 Depart CLT 4:25pm Arrive MIA 6:25pm Tuesday, November 22 American 1920 Depart MIA 5:05pm Arrive CLT 7:13pm American 3918 Depart CLT 8:20pm Arrive CAE 9:09pm Howard - Charleston (CHS) Saturday, November 19 American 3374 Depart CHS 5:30pm Arrive MIA 7:14pm Tuesday, November 22 American 3374 Depart MIA 3:20pm Arrive CHS 5:00pm From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 5:50 PM To: Marcus Johnson Cc: Connie Jones Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Marcus and Connie, I'm sorry, but the whole Commission has been in Ethics Training ALL day Chairman Whit?eld and Commissioner Howard will both be coming. Chair Whitfield would like to depart at noon or after Saturday the 19th and return on Tuesday the 22"d as soon as possible after the meeting ends. Commissioner Howard would like to fly out of Charleston on Sat 19th afternoon and then Return on the Connie. I received your e-mail this morning stating that Commissioner Howard said I would be making his arrangements. have just spoken to him and he said what he meant was that he would give me the information so I could pass it on to you, he didn?t realize that staff had to be in this training session. I have included his information too so that you and Marcus will have both of their travel requests. I?m assuming that you will also be changing the lodging as well! On top of all that we are having computer issues; would you please let me know that both of you have received this e-mail! Hope you have an awesome weekend! Thanks so much for your help and your patience!! Nina From: MarcusJohnson Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2015 3:10 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Nina, Good afternoon. I can now con?rm that the new dates for this year's Energy Forum is November 20 - 22. Were you able to speak with Chairman Whit?eld and/or Commissioner Howard about their availability? Thanks, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 11:22 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Thanks, Marcus! From: MarcusJohnson Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 10:59 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Thank, Nina. I?ll make note of it. Also, we'll be sending out a second poll shortly for the dates of November 28 - December 1. I'll be sure to include each Commissioner on it. From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 10:34 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Marcus, I can?t do the poll because I have 4 Commissioners and as far as I can tell they didn't receive this email. Commissioner?s Hamilton and Fleming are still not able to participate. I?m waiting on Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard?s response and they are in a hearing today. They will break for lunch at 12, hopefully I can get their answers then. Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 1:43 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Good Morning! Nina, Good afternoon. Please see below for lodging information for Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard. 11-19- 11-22- 95770780Whitfield,Swain 16 16 11-19- 11-22- 95764000 Howard,John 16 16 I should have ground transportation information later today or early next week and will provide that to you as quickly as possible. If you need anything else please let me know. Thank you, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 8:56 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Good Morning! have The flight information for both Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard's travel to the EIPF Meeting for November 19 22, 2016. ldon?t have anything showing lodging after the dates had to be changed. Would you please send a message simply stating that the rooms have been booked so that I can file it in their travel folders? Thanks for your help. It?s been a rough summer so much going on the world seems to be turning faster! And everything is constantly changing!! my age is showing this morning! Sending wishes for a good dayll Nina Gates, Nina From: Gates, Nina Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2016 1:45 PM To: 'Marcus Johnson' Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Chairman Whitfield has decided to go with the first one that you sent! Thanks for your help and patience! Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, October 19,2016 11:11 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Good morning, Nina. Have you had an opportunity to share the Charlotte option with Chairman Whitfield to see which one he would prefer? Marcus From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 4:17 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Below is a Charlotte option Saturday, November 19 American 2059 Depart CLT 2:20pm Arrive MIA 4:26pm Tuesday, November 22 American 609 Depart MIA 2:55pm Arrive CLT 4:59pm From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 2:59 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: FW: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Below is Chairman Whitfield?s responses: Thanks! Nina From: Whitfield, Swain Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 2:51 PM To: Gates, Nina Cc: Howard, Butch Subject: Re: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 1. Works for me. Unless there is an earlier ?ight back Tuesday 2. Would rather ?y out of Columbia, but will ?y out of Charlotte if it helps Sent from my iPhone On Oct 17, 2016, at 12:31 PM, Gates, Nina wrote: Please check these flights out and let me know if they will work for you. Please also note that it is an urgent request from Marcus Johnson. From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Monday, October 17,2016 1:24 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR ENERGY 2016 Nina, Please review the flights below and confirm whether or not these work. Thanks, Marcus Whit?eld - Columbia (CAE) Saturday, November 19 American 5192 Depart CAE 2:15pm Arrive CLT 3:23pm American 379 Depart CLT 4:25pm Arrive MIA 6:25pm Tuesday, November 22 American 1920 Depart MIA 5:05pm Arrive CLT 7:13pm American 3918 Depart CLT 8:20pm Arrive CAE 9:09pm Howard - Charleston (CHS) Saturday, November 19 American 3374 Depart CHS 5:30pm Arrive MIA 7:14pm Tuesday, November 22 American 3374 Depart MIA 3:20pm Arrive CHS 5:00pm From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 5:50 PM To: Marcus Johnson Cc: Connie Jones Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Marcus and Connie, I?m sorry, but the whole Commission has been in Ethics Training ALL day Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard will both be coming. Chair Whitfield would like to depart at noon or after Saturday the 19th and return on Tuesday the 22'? as soon as possible after the meeting ends. Commissioner Howard would like to fly out of Charleston on Sat 19th afternoon and then Return on the 22nd. Connie. I received your e-mail this morning stating that Commissioner Howard said I would be making his arrangements. I have just spoken to him and he said what he meant was that he would give me the information so I could pass it on to you, he didn?t realize that staff had to be in this training session. I have included his information too so that you and Marcus will have both of their travel requests. I'm assuming that you will also be changing the lodging as well! On top of all that we are having computer issues; would you please let me know that both of you have received this e-maill Hope you have an awesome weekend! Thanks so much for your help and your patiencel! Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2016 3:10 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Nina, Good afternoon. I can now confirm that the new dates for this year's Energy Forum is November 20 22. Were you able to speak with Chairman Whitfield and/or Commissioner Howard about their availability? Thanks, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 11:22 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: RE: URGENT REQUEST - INPUT NEEDED FOR EIPF ENERGY 2016 Thanks, Marcus! Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 5:09 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: FW: E-Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 (Nov) - Howard, John Nov 19, 2016 (Itinerary 7217985646414) From: Expedia.com [Expedia@expediamail.com] Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 5:07 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: E?Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 (Nov) Howard, John - Nov 19, 2016 (Itinerary 7217985646414) This Expedia Itinerary was sent from Marcus Ciay VanMeter Johnson. If you have access to this account, you can view the most up-to-date version. EIPF Energy 2016 (Nov) Howard, John Nov 19, 2016 Nov 22,2016 Before you go 0 E-ticket: This email can be used as an E-ticket. 0 Remember to bring your itinerary and government-issued photo ID for airport check-in and security. Contact the airline to confirm: speci?c seat assignments special meals frequent ?yer point awards special assistance requests 30 Travel dates Nov 19, 2016 - Nov 22,2016 Itinerary 7217985646414 Confirmation HJLIYI (American Airlines) Your flight may be non-refundable 24 hours after booking. Protect your flight. Add cancellation protection Expires Tue, Oct 18, QDeparture Sat, Nov 19 American Airlines 3374 operated by ENVOY AIR AS AMERICAN EAGLE Charleston (CHS) -) Miami (MIA) Class: Economy/ Coach (V) 1h 44m duration Seat: 140 Confirm or change seats with the airline" Total Duration 1h 44m 31 9Return Tue, Nov 22 American Airlines 3374 operated by ENVOY AIR AS AMERICAN EAGLE Miami (MIA) -) Charleston (CHS) Class: Economy Coach (W) 1h 40m duration Seat: 14C Confirm or change seats with the airline* Total Duration 1h 40m Traveler(s) John Edward Howard No frequent flyer details provided Frequent flyer and special assistance requests should be confirmed directly with the airline. Price summary Traveler 1: Adult $410.20 Flight: $355.35 Taxes and Fees: $54.85 Flight Total: $410.20 All prices are quoted in USD Travel protection You have not bought travel protection. 32 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 1:33 PM To: Gates, Nina,? Connie Jones Subject: RE: November 2016 Rescheduled EIPF Commissioner Hamilton, SC Nina, Thank you for the information. As I recall, Commissioner Howard made his own travel arrangements for October. Will he be doing the same for the November dates or would he like for us to book the flights? Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 1:28 PM To: Connie Jones; Marcus Johnson Subject: FW: November 2016 Rescheduled EIPF Commissioner Hamilton, SC Commissioner Howard will need to Depart Charleston the afternoon of 11/19/2016 and return 11/22/16 in the afternoon. I?m waiting on confirmation from Chairman Whitfield and will let you know as soon as possible As always thanks for all you do to help me with their travels! Nina From: Gates, Nina Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 1:22 PM To: 'Connie Jones' Subject: RE: November 2016 Rescheduled EIPF Commissioner Hamilton, SC We are in an Ethics Training all day but Commissioner Howard told me this morning that he will be coming. From: Connie Jones lmailtozconnie.eipf@gmail.coml Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2016 4:53 PM To: Howard, Butch Cc: Gates, Nina Subject: November 2016 Rescheduled EIPF Commissioner Hamilton, SC Commissioner Howard, As noted on the attached SAVE-THE-DATE, (and below), Emerging Issues Policy Forum (EIPF) will be rescheduling and moving forward with our forum on November 20 22, 2016. Please let me know, today, if possible, if you will be able to participate, in order that we may begin travel arrangements ASAP. Marcus will be reaching out to you soon, (if he has not already), in order to discuss travel plans. 77 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 5:08 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Agendas WEIPF EIPF Attachments: 2016 WEIPF Energy Agenda FINAL 2016 EIPF Energy Agenda FINAL Good afternoon. Attached for your review are the agendas for the upcoming WEIPF and EIPF Energy Forum. We look forward to seeing you next weekend. Travel safely, Marcus Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2016 12:24 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: EIPF ground transportation will be provided by Moveo Miami As you prepare for your upcoming trip please note the information below regarding ground transportation from MIA or FLL to the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. Passengers will be met by the Driver at their designated baggage claim carousel (located at the lower level of the airport) with a greet sign. If passenger does not have checked baggage, they must still proceed to your designated baggage carousel. If you cannot find the Driver, please call us at 305-967-7474. Do not leave your area until you have spoken to us. Also, a driver will be awaiting you in front ofthe Ritz-Carlton for your return to the airport. A member of the EIPF staff will have the manifest at the registration table and will be happy to provide you with an exact time for pickup, but please plan on being picked up approximately 2 hours prior to your flight?s departure. If you have any questions or need additional information, please let me know. Thank you and safe travels, Marcus Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2016 12:41 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: WEIPF Congratulates Linda H. Blair Attachments: WEIPF Bulletin - Linda Blair.pdf Linda H. Blair to Succeed Mr. Joseph Weld] as President and E0 of ITC Holdings Corp. The Women?s Emerging Issues Policy Forum (WEIPF) would like to congratuiate Linda H. Blair, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Of?cer at Holdings, for her recent appointment as President and Zii in [Harlem Emerging l?iliitiji' Fill?lln] Chief Exmutive Of?cer, effective November 1, 2016., Ms. Blair has been a member ef? l?TC?s Eeedership team since its inception. Min-ember ii.) 22,. Hil?- *l?ili? Katy liiecayiic . a Key Biscayne. FL Me. Blelr Will be a keynote speaker at our Emergmg Issues Policy Forum November 39 - 22, 2016. We look female tn eengratuiating Ms. Blair and eppiauding her achievements during our upcoming forum. ltC-l?iDldinES??omlli?f newsroom/2016i holdings-corp Gates, Nina From: Sent To: Subject: Reservations so americanairlines@aa.com Tuesday, November 2016 9:44 AM PSC_Commissioner.Howard; marcus@netcommworks.com John Edward Howard 11/19/2016 trip details I I AmericanAIrlrnes 1 i AAdvantage Account Fare Sales 8: Offers AA Record Locator: HJLIYI Status: Ticketed - Oct 17, 2016 ,Your ltinera ?arrier Flight i Departing Arriving IBooklng Heals! ??th City Date a City Time . 00d? I Time CHS Nov 19, Nov 19 AMERICAN AIRLINES OPERATEEJ 3374 Cha I 2016 MIA Miami 2015 R?r ENVCIY AIR As AMERICAN '35 0? 0530 PM 07:14 PM EAGLE i i Nov 221 CHE Nov 22, AMERICAN AIRLINES OPERATED 3374 MIA Miami 2015 on m" 2015 NIA av ENvov AIR As AMERICAN 0320 PM 3? 5 neon PM EAGLE Traveler Information ?Passenger 5 Cabin Class i Seat Assignment i EDWARD HOWARD [Economy EDWARD HOWARD IEconomy 11M: Traveling passengers may check in and obtain boarding passes for US, domestic electronic tickets Within 24 hours of the flight time online at AAcorn by using or at a Self?Service Check-In machine at the airport. Check-in options may be found at For information regarding American Airlines checked baggage policies. please visit Travelers must present a government-issue photo iD with either a boarding pass or a priority verification card at the security screening checkpoint Please remember flight details are subject to change, In order to check a fiight's status. gate, or departure and arrival time. go to and enter the flight information in the Gates and Times search area. In order to receive automatic notifications of flight changes, click on the Flight Status Notifications section on the homepage and enter the required flight and contact information. P?'yagy Egiigy Gates, Nina From: Gates, Nina ?ISent: Friday, September 09, 2016 9:46 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Commissioner Howard Attachments: Document1.docx Marcus, Commissioner Howard has already booked his flights. have attached the itineraries for you to use for booking lodging. I trust a reimbursement request VIA letter or e-mail will suffice. have contacted Commissioner Fleming to ask for her flight preference and dates of arrival and departure so that you can take care of her travel and Commissioner Hamilton plans to give me his information Monday. I hope you have a great weekend! Nina Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:27 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Lodging for EIPF Yes, Nina, we take of the accommodations and I'm glad you reached out to me. I'm in the process of making travel arrangements. If you could con?rm the airport(s) each of the commissioners will be traveling from I'll look into ?ights and send you some options to consider. Thanks, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 10:25 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Lodging for EIPF Marcus, don?t you book lodging for Commissioners who are speaking at EIPF or have I totally lost my mind? I have registered Chairman Whitfield and Commissioners Fleming and Howard, Commissioner Hamilton is still not sure that he will be able to come. Nina Gates, Nina Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 7:33 AM rom: Howard, Butch To: Howard, Butch Cc: Gates, Nina Subject: I'm flying to Charleston on Tue, Oct 11, 2016 Here's the information about my ?ight to Charleston on Tue, Oct 1 1, 2016. D1421731M1A to ATL Depans Tue, Oct 11, 2016, 2:13 PM Miami, FL, US, Cheek Flight Status Arrives Tue, Oct 1 1, 2016, 4:1 1 PM Atlanta, GA, US, (ATL) Check Fliaht Status to Departs Tue, Oct 2016, 6:00 PM Atlanta, GA, US, (ATL) Cheek Flight Status Arrives Tue, Oct 11,2016, 7:13 PM Charleston, SC, US, (CIIS) Check Flight Status Thank you for choosing Delta. We look forward to seeing you onboard. ??Sent with the Delta App. Sent from my iPhone Gates, Nina Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 7:31 AM ?rom: Howard, Butch To: Howard, Butch Cc: Gates, Nina Subject: I'm flying to Miami on Sun, Oct 09, 2016 Here's the information about my ?ight to Miami on Sun, Oct 09, 2016. DL1519ICHS to ATL Departs Sun, Oct 9, 2016, 7:00 AM Charleston, SC, US, (CI-IS) Check Flight Status Arrives Sun, Oct 9, 2016, 8:13 AM Atlanta, GA, US, (ATL) Check Flight Status DL13232ATL to MIA Departs Sun, Oct 9, 2016, 9:40 AM Atlanta, GA, US, (ATL) Check Flight Status Arrives Sun, Oct 9, 2016, 11:36 AM Miami, FL, US, (MIA) Check Flight Status Thank you for choosing Delta. We look forward to seeing you onhoard. ?-Sent with the Delta App. Sent from my iPhone 514 Gates, Nina Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 7:33 AM rom: Howard, Butch To: Howard, Butch Cc: Gates, Nina Subject: I'm ?ying to Charleston on Tue, Oct 11, 2016 Here?s the information about my ?ight to Charleston on Tue, Oct 11, 2016. to ATL Departs Tue, Oct 11, 2016, 2:13 PM Miami, FL, US, (MIA) Check Flight Status An?ives Tue, Oct 11, 2016, 4:11 PM Atlanta, GA, US, (ATL) Check ?ight Status to CH8 Departs Tue, Oct 11,2016, 6:00 PM Atlanta, GA, US, (AT L) Check Tight Status Arrives Tue, Oct 11, 2016, 7:13 PM Charleston, SC, US, (CHS) Check Flight Status Thank you for choosing Delta. We look forward to seeing you onboard. --Sent with the Delta App. Sent from my iPhone $1 Expedia? This Expedia Itinerary was sent from Marcus Clay VanMeter Johnson. If you have access to this account, you can View the most up-to-date version. 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Gates, Nina From: Latimer, Becky Sent: Friday, December 09, 2016 3:43 PM To: Whitfield, Swain Cc: Gates, Nina Subject: contingency check Good afternoon, Your check should be in the bank in the next couple of days posted on 12/8/2016 in the amount of $202.16 reference Jumber 340866282 for your trip to EIPF, Key Biscayne Florida. STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COMPTROLLER OFFICE AGENCY NUMBER R040 TRAVEL SUPPORT DOCUMENT NAME Swain E. Whit?eld EMPLOYEE ID NUMBER 30059963 DATE RESIDENCE 124 PLACE LANE, WINNSBORO. 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STIPEND REIMBURSEMENT Yes AZ No - p011 A ()0qu Fl 1 :lrx'l? {301/ 5 PMAW Participation as a member of NARUC Speaker Panelist Educational Session Other Commissioner?s Signature Comr to Commissioner: Copy to Finance: Federal Regulators FERC Colette Honorable FERC Commissroner Cheryl LaFleur FERC Director, Of?ce ofEx?ternal Affairs, Leonard Tao NARUC Gus Chair, Stan Wise, GA NARUC Executive Committee Chair Ellen Nowak, WI NARUC ERE Co-V-Chalr Donna Nelson. NARUC Co-Vtee Chair Elizabeth Jacobs, IA NARUC Water Chair Mary-Anna Holden. NJ NARUC Inl'ra ChairNIck Wagner, IA NA RUC Cm Infra Co-V-Chalrman Swain Whit?eld, SC NARUC Sub Ed Research Chair John Howard, SC NARUC Sub Clean Coal Carbon V-Chatr Aslm Haque, Oil NARUC Sub Nuc Issues V-Chair Lauren McDonald, Jr GA Chairman Brad Johnson, MT Chairman Bob Anthony, OK Commissroner Lamar Davis, AR Commisstoner Manila Coleman. MO William Kenney, MO Stephen Stoll, MO ToNola Brown-Bland, NC {jommissmnerJamcs Patterson. NC Commissroner Cornet "Randy" Randall, SC Commissmner Elliott Elam, Jr SC Kenneth Anderson, Jr TX Commissioner Mike llue?osch, Wl Consumer Advocates/General Counsel NASUCA President Robert Nelson, MT NASUCA Chair Robert Mork, IN CUB Director of Policy Sr Attorney Kristin Munsch, 1L OPUC Public Counsel Tonya Beer, TX Legislators NCSL Presrdent Elect Sr Asst Ma] Leader Deb Peters, SD NCSL Past Presrdenl Senator Curt Bramble, UT Presrdem Senator Catherine Pugh, MD President Elect Representatix Greg Porter, IN Energy Co-Chalr Representative Billy Mitchell, GA NOBEL Women Pre51dent Representative Laura llall, AL NFWL Chair Representative Helene Keeley, DE Energy Natural Res Comm Senator Sandra Williams, DH Policy Comm Rep Tom Sloan, KS Robln Sehimminger, NY Troy NJ Loenl Governmenl Executive Clarence Anthony AAMA lmmediate Past Presrdent Mayor Steve SC YEO Founder and Exec Dir Mayor Andrew Gillum, Tallahassee, FL Couneilmember-At large Jason Williams. NOLA Cagital Mnrkets Dan Ford. CFA, Barclayk EIPF Emerging Issues Policy Forum Sponsored by: MACQUARIE EY Building a better working world TROUTMAN SANDERS RusseH Reynolds I ASSOCIATES Ritz?Carlton Key Biscayne, FL October 9 - 11, 2016 Sunday. October 9, 2016 3:30 a.m.-l :30 em. WEIPF Sunday Morning Event -- Yoga and Brunch on the Lawn Sponsored by Troutman Sanders LLP 12:00 pm. -l :00 pm. Registration Ponce de Leon Foyer 1:00 pm. 1:05 pm. Welcome Ponce de Leon Julia Johnson, Regulatory Advisory Board Chairman, 1:05 pm. 1:10 pm. Opening Remarks Ponce de Leon Alan James, Senior Managing Director, Macquarie Capital 1:10 pm. 3:10 pm. Discussion Session 1: Energy Innovation Between the Coasts Ponce de Leon While there is much focus on complex initiatives in California and New York, important work is also being done in other states between the coasts. These initiatives may be especially relevant in the majority ofstates, where both regulators and companies have fewer resources. Moderator: Brandon F. Marzo, Partner-Energy innovation. Troutman Sanders LLP Discussion Leader: Robert C. Rowe, Director, President CEO, NorthWestern Corporation Keynote Addresses: Susan N. Story, Director, President CEO American Water Works Company, Inc. Charles E. Jones, President, CEO Board of Directors, First Energy Corp. Phil Mueller, Senior Vice President, Energy Delivery 8: ChiefCustomer Solutions Of?cer, EEI Think Tank: President 8: CEO, Great Plains Institute Wall Street: Ryan Hedrick, Analyst, T. Rowe Price Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: NARUC Electricity Co-Vice Chair Elizabeth Jacobs, NARUC Subcommittee on Clean Coal and Carbon Management Co-Vice Chairman Asim Haque, OH Senator Sandra Williams, Energy Natural Resources Committee, OH NASUCA President Robert Nelson, MT Open Discussion 3:10 pm. ~3:25 p.m. Refreshment Break Ponce de Leon Foyer 3:25 pm. 5:25 pm. Discussion Session Cyber Security- Collaboration with Local, State, Federal and International Government Protecting the nation?s electric grid and ensuring a reliable supply ofenergy are top priorities for the electric power industry. How do local, state, federal, and international energy cybersecurity policies fuse together to find solutions to address cybersecurity challenges? This session also provides insight into the ?internet of things," and what actions we should be taking to prepare for cyberattacks. Moderator: Anne Dailey, Partner, Troutman Sanders LLP Federal Regulatory: FERC Commissioner Colette Honorable Keynote Address: Thomas A. Fanning, Chairman, President 8.: CEO Southern Co. 5:30 pm. 6:30 pm. 7:30 pm. 7:30 p.m. 49:30 pm. Industry Discussants: Rod West, Executive Vice President, Entergy Corporation Paula Gold?Williams, President CEO, City Public Service (CPS Energy) Lisa Sparrow, President 62 CEO, Utilities, lnc, Regulatory, Legislative (St Consumer Perspectives: NARUC Committee on Energy Resources and the Environment Co-V?Chair Donna Nelson, TX NARUC Committee on Critical Infrastructure Co-Vice Chair Nick Wagner, lA Energy Co-Chair Representative Billy Mitchell, GA Representative Tom Sloan Member Joint Committee on Energy Environmental Policy, KS CUB Director of Policy Sr. Attorney Kristin Munsch, iL Open Discussion: 8: A Adjourn Welcome Reception Flam Baliroom Foyer Dinner 8: Dialogue: Discussion Session Ballroom Overview of Women?s Emerging Issues Policy Forum Discussion (WEIPF) and Future Plans Lead Discussants: Wanyonyi Kendrick, Executive Director, Dickey, Principal, Advisory Services Practice, Ernst Young LLP Kimberly Despeaux, SVP Federal Policy, Regulatory and Governmental Affairs, Entergy Corporation Open Discussion: A Monday, October 10, 2016 57:00 am. 7:45 am. 8:00 am. 8:10 am. 8:10 am. - l0:l0 am. Breakfast Ponce de Leon Foyer Opening Remarks Ponce de Leon Wanyonyi Kendrick, WEIPF Regulatory Advisory Board Chairman Discussion Session IV: CEO Roundtable Pressures, Policy Price: Thinking ofthe Future and Controlling the Uncontrollable How do we plan for the future given ?at load, tightening reserve margins, pressure on baseload, economics and environmental policies reshaping the generation system, a relatively populated interconnection queue, and the rise of distributed generation and an evolving energy consumer? There is also the impact of the upcoming election. The situation we find ourselves in is driven by a mix of shifting economics as well as regulatory and policy drivers, in the face ofthis uncertainty, how can investment for a more robust and resilient grid and resilient grid be sustained at a reasonable price?? Moderator: Jennifer Rockwood, Power and Utilities Practice Co-Lead, Russell Reynolds Associates Federal Regulatory: FERC Commissioner Cheryl LaFleur Keynote Addresses: John Bear, President CEO, MISO Gordon Van Welie, President CEO New England, lnc. Calvin G. Butler CEO, Baltimore Gas and Electric Company Andrew L. Ott, President CEO, PJM Interconnection Mike Rowe, Chairman, President CEO, American Transmission Co. Linda H. Blair, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Unit Of?cer, Holdings Corp. Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: NARUC Executive Committee, Ellen Nowak, WI 10:10 a.m. 7? 10:25 am. 10:25 am. 12:15 pm. 12:30 pm. 2:30 p.m. Commissioner Kenneth Anderson, TX Commissioner Lamar B. Davis, AR NCSL Immediate Past President Senator Curt Bramble, UT NFWL Chair Representative Helene Keeley, DE NLC Executive Director Clarence Anthony OPUC Public Counsel Tonya Baer, TX Open Discussion: A Refreshment Break Ponce de Leon Foyer Discussion Session V: Advancing Renewables: Progress Since 2015 Ponce de Leon Utilities continue to increase commitments to invest in renewables. Many policymakers want to see even more renewables, but at a lower cost and without risking reliability. Panelists will discuss how far we have come since last year to ensure a renewable powered future that ensures fair and equitable policies. Moderator: Steve Hewitson, Partner, Troutman Sanders LLP Federal Regulatory: FERC Director, Of?ce ofExternal Affairs, Leonard Tao Keynote Addresses: Lloyd M, Yates, Executive Vice President Market Solutions President Carolinas Region, Duke Energy Susan Petty, President and ChiefTechnology Of?cer, AltaRock Energy, Inc. Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: NARUC Subcommittee on Education and Research Chair John Howard, SC NARUC Gas Committee Chair, Stan Wise, GA NARUC Crit. Infra. Co-V-Chairman Swain E. Whit?eld, SC President Senator Catherine Pugh, MD Chairman Bob Anthony, OK Commissioner Stephen M. Stoll, MO Commissioner ToNoia Brown-Bland, NC Commissioner Mike Huebsch, W1 YEO Founder and Executive Director Mayor Andrew Gillum, Tallahassee, FL Open Discussion: A Lunch Ballroom Discussion Session VI: Building a Utility ofthe Future Participants will discuss industry trends and a vision for how some ofthe utility industry*s toughest challenges may be resolved. Moderator: Rob Kupchak, Senior Managing Director, Macquarie Capital Keynote Addresses: Alex Laskey, Vice President, Utilities Solutions, Oracle - Utilities Global Business Unit Phil Moeller, Senior Vice President, Energy Delivery 8.: ChiefCustomer Solutions Of?cer, EEI Gloria Godson, Vice President, PJM Strategy, Exelon Wall Street Dan Ford, CFA, Barclay?s Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: Commissioner William Kenney, MO Commissioner Comer ?Randy" Randall, SC Councilmember-At ?Large Jason Williams, NOLA NCSL President Elect Sr. Assistant Majority Leader Deb Peters, SD 2:30 pm, 5:30 p.m. 6:30 pm. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.n1.- 9:30 p.m. AAMA Immediate Past President Mayor Steve Benjamin, SC Group Breakout Sessions: Discussion groups will review the morning and afternoon sessions and formulate position statements for resolution ofthe issues discussed. Participants will also discuss conservation and energy ef?ciency programs as a means ot'addressing demand. Reception Flam Ballroom Foyer Dinner Dialogue Plaza Ballroom Tuesday, October 11, 2016 7:00 am. 7:45 a m. 8:00 am. - 8:05 am. 8:05 am. - l0:05 am. 10:05 am. 10:20 am. 10:20 p.m. Continental Breakfast Ponce de Leon Foyer Welcome Ponce de Leon Discussion Session VII: Connecting with Customers This session will focus on the ever-changing expectations of consumers and the complex regulatory and policy issues to be considered and addressed in the quest for solutions to meet consumer needs. This panel will discuss the critical role grid-edge resources and customers as partners will play in enabling the grid ofthe future, the utility ofthe future, and the customer ofthe future. Moderator: Paul Roberti, Executive Director, Advisory Services Strategy, Ernst Young Dickey, Principal, Advisory Services Practice, Ernst Young LLP Keynote Address: Terry Bassham, Chairman, President and Chief?Executive Of?cer, Great Plains Energy and Lead Discussants: Katrina McMurrian, Executive Director, Critical Consumers Issues Forum (CCIF) Paula Glover, President CEO, American Association ofBlacks in Energy Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: NARUC Subcommittee on Nuclear Issues-Waste Disposal Lauren ?Bubba? McDonald, Jr., GA NASUCA Electricity Chair Robert Mork, lN Chairman Brad Johnson, MT NOBEL Women President Representative Laura Hall, AL Open Discussion: A Refreshment Break Ponce de Leon Foyer Discussion Session Roundtable Discussion Beyond the Hype: What is the Future of Battery Storage? Many believe that batteries and energy storage have the potential change the way we use and view the power grid and clean energy. Which technologies are most promising? What will be the impact on the power grid, consumers and the markets? ls home battery storage the key to the future ofthe grid, or is itjust hype? Moderator: Alan James, Senior Managing Director, Macquarie Capital Federal Regulatory: FERC Commissioner Colette Honorable Roundtable Diseussants: Paula Glover, President CEO, American Association ofBlacks in Energy (AABE) Britt E. lde, President, lde Law Strategy; AMB, Clean Energy Ed. Empowerment InitiatiVe NARUC Committee on Water Co-Vice Chair Mary-Anna Holden, NJ I220 pm 12:30 pm. Commissioner Maida Coleman. MO Commissioner Elliott Elam, Jr., SC Commissioner James Patterson, NC President Elect Representative Greg Porter, lN Robin Sehimminger, NY Troy Singleton, NJ Open Discussion: A Adjourn Lunch Ocean?'om Lawn 'P/am Ballroom 'Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Friday, September 09, 2016 8:58 AM To: Gates, Nina Subject: FW: E-Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 - Whitfield, Swain - Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7209442005543) From: Expediacom [Expedia@expediamail.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2016 4:56 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: E-Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 - Whit?eld, Swain - Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7209442005543) EIPF Energy 2016 - Whitfield, Swain 0ct9, 2016- Oct 11, 2016 Before you go 0 E-ticket: This email can be used as an E-ticket. 0 Remember to bring your itinerary and government-issued photo ID for airport check-in and security. 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For faster service, mention itinerary #7209442005543 Complete your trip To: Vice Chairman Swain Whitfield Page 1 of1 2016-03-11 22:29:51 (GMT) 13212340238 From: Marcus Johnson P.O. Box [4737 Tallahassee, FL 32317 Ph: (850) 745-8238 Fax: (321) 234-0238 Emerging Issues Policy Forum Vice-Chairman Swain Whit?eld March ll, 2016 South Carolina Public Service Commission 101 Executive Center Drive Suite 100 Columbia, SC 29210 Dear Vice Chairman Whit?eld: On behalf of the Emerging lssues Policy Forum= it is my pleasure to invite you to participate as a keynote speaker at our sixteenth annual Energy Forum to be held October 9 - ll, at our new 2016 location. the Ritz-Carlton-Key Biscayne, located in Key Biscayne, Florida. is an organization established to promote dialogue between federal and state economic regulators, mayors, consumer groups and leading industry executives in the energy industry in an effort to eliminate potential industry and regulatory conflicts that impact the development of affordable and reliable electric services. Your participation as a keynote speaker would be a tremendous asset to a successful dialogue on emerging energy issues- We are currently researching relevant issues to be discussed at the conference. Your suggestions and recommendations on emerging energy issues that should be addressed are encouraged. As an invited speaker. would like to offer you complimentary registration, air and ground transportation, hotel accommodations and meals during the forums. Although our sponsors are unregulated, we encourage you to check with your appropriate agency to ensure you can accept this invitation. Each year our forum participants include leaders from the energy regulatory community. This year, we have already con?rmed the participation of ERC Commissioner Colette Honorable, as well as more than thirty state regulators, legislators and consumer advocates from across the country who are experts on energy issues. Attire for the conference will be business casual. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Connie Jones at (850) 745-8238 by April 1, 2016. We look forward to seeing you in October. Sincerely, lilac ?l ?4%th Wanyonyi Kendrick Executive Director Emerging Issues Policy Forum is a public policy organization established to promote open public policy discussions on key market1 industrial and regulatory issues. mm .cmc Purvis, Melissa From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Connie Jones Thursday, October 13, 2016 4:50 PM Randall, Randy Purvis, Melissa November 2016 Rescheduled Commissioner Randall, SC Commissioner Randall, As noted on the attached SAVE-THE-DATE, (and below), Emerging Issues Policy Forum (EIPF) will be rescheduling and moving forward with our forum on November 20 - 22, 2016. Please let me know, today, if possible, if you will be able to participate, in order that we may begin travel arrangements ASAP. Marcus will be reaching out to you soon, (if he has not already), in order to discuss travel plans. Thank you for your patience and for working with us on rescheduling. The EIPF team looks forward to seeing you soon, Sincerely, Connie Lu: :rgl ng 11.11:! ?all? i'oIImI EIPF liturgy Forum Nun mlm- - 22, 10 It} l'liurl'eullnn He} ?mung. Mimi liq H. lull?. MACQLJARIE EYBL-i?einq it better Wmi" world 113012 A ?st SAVE THE DATE The Emerging Issues Poliqr Forum l?lh Annual Energy Forum at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami in Key Biscayne, FL has been rescheduled for November 20 - 22, 2016. In order to promote dynamic and meaningful dialogue. participation is limited to l00 top-level policymakers. consumer advocates. regulators and industry leaders. A one-day Women?s Emerging Issue: Policy Forum (WEIPF) will he held on Saturday. November 19, 2016. This forum is designed to Facilitate dialogue with women in energy and to Foster a better understanding ofthe key opportunities and challenges currently facing women In the energy industry. Each year our forum participants include leaders from the energy regulatory community. This year. we have con?rmed the participation of over 40 federal and state regulators. legislators and consumer advocates from across the country who are experts on energy issues. WEIPF Sponsors: MACQUARIE EY Building a better working world SANDERS Russell Reynolds I ASSOCIATES Women?s Emerging Issues Policy Forum Women Powering The Future 2016 Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Florida October 8, 2016 Saturday, October 8, 2016 12:00 pm. ?1:00 pm. 1:00 pm. 1:05 pm. 1:05 pm. 2:35 pm. 2:35 pm. - 2:50 pm. 2:50 pm. r4:00p.m. 4:00pm. 4: 15 pm. Registration Ponce de Leon Foyer Welcome Ponce de Leon Wanyonyi Kendrick, Executive Director, WEIPF Discussion Session 1: Federal and State Legislative and Regulatory Emerging Energy Policies and Issues Leaders will discuss federal and state regulatory and legislative policies impacting the utility and energy sectors. The speakers will focus on emerging issues impacting their states, consumers, and businesses. Moderator: Susan Bell, Partner, Power Utilities Leader for America?s Financial Acct. Advisory Svcs., Ernst Young LLP Federal Perspective: FERC Commissioner Colette Honorable Industry Keynote Addresses: Susan Story, President CEO, American Water Kimberly Greene, Executive Vice President Chief Operating Officer, Southern Company Kimberly Despeaux, SVP Federal Policy, Regulatory and Governmental Affairs, Entergy Corporation Kendal Bowman, Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Policy, Duke Energy Denise Foster, Vice President-State and Member Services, PJM Interconnection Jennifer Curran, Vice President, System Planning Seams Coordination, MISO Gloria Godson, Vice President, PJM Strategy, Exelon Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: NARUC Energy Resources and the Environment Co-Vice Chair Donna Nelson, TX NARUC Water Committee Co-Vice Chair Mary-Anna Holden, NJ Open Discussion: A Break Discussion Session II: CEO Roundtable-Exchanging Information and Ideas Ponce de Leon Top-level executives will convene for an invigorating exchange of information, ideas and insights for a candid, solution- seeking discussion focused on CEO?level issues including the challenges and pressures unique to top- level management. Moderator: Jennifer Rockwood, Power and Utilities Practice Co?Lead, Russell Reynolds Associates CEO Roundtable: Maureen Borkowski, Chairman President, Ameren Transmission Company Lisa Sparrow, President CEO, Utilities, lnc. Dena Wiggins, President CEO, Natural Gas Supply Association Sallie Rainer, President CEO, Entergy Texas, Inc. Paula Gold-Williams, President CEO, City Public Service Energy Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: Commissioner Maida Coleman, MO OPUC Public Counsel Tonya Baer, TX Open Discussion: A Refreshment Break Ponce de Leon Foyer 4:15 pm. 5:30 pm. 5:30 pm. 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm. 7:00pm. 8:00 pm. 8:00 pm. 10:00 pm. Discussion Session 111: Technical and Innovative Challenges Ponce de Leon This session will discuss the challenges that reliability, safety, consumer engagement, renewables, and demand response bring to densely populated metro areas, as well as rural neighborhoods and communities. What innovative things are regulators and utilities doing to meet the challenges of the changing landscape? Moderator: Dickey, Principal, Power Utilities Leader for America?s Financial Acct. Advisory Svcs., Ernst Young LLP Keynote Addresses: Bentina Terry, Vice President-Customer Services and Sales, Gulf Power Company Shannon 0. Pierce, Vice President of External Affairs, Southern Company Gas Elizabeth R. Stipnieks, Managing Director, State Regulatory Affairs, Edison Electric Institute Marisa Uchin, Senior Director, Global Regulatory Affairs, Oracle - Utilities Global Business Unit Krista Tanner, Vice President, ITC Holdings Corp. President, ITC Midwest, LLC Regulatory and Legislative Perspectives: NARUC Electricity Co-Vice Chair Elizabeth Jacobs, IA President Senator Catherine Pugh, MD Open Discussion: A Discussion IV: General Counsel Session- Maximizing Contributions Ponce de Leon This panel will focus on how legal teams deliver value, wield in?uence and ultimately maximize the contribution they deliver to energy companies. Panelists will explore today?s market and the growing severity of risks posed to energy companies and how that all impacts General Counsels and the legal functions they provide in order to safeguard company assets and create business value. Moderator: Jackie Funder, Vice President, Macquarie Capital Keynote Addresses: Leila L. Vespoli, EVP, Corporate Strategy, Regulatory Affairs Chief Legal Of?cer, FirstEnergy Corp. Christine Mason Soneral, Senior Vice President General Counsel, ITC Holdings Corp. Regulatory, Legislative Consumer Perspectives: Senator Sandra Williams, Energy Natural Resources Committee, OH CUB Director of Policy Senior Attorney Kristin Munsch, IL NARUC Executive Committee Member, Chair Ellen Nowak, WI Commissioner ToNola Brown-Bland, NC Open Discussion: A Adjourn Welcome Reception Plaza Foyer Dinner Dialogue: Plaza Ballroom Discussion Session V: Board of Director?s Session Women on Boards- A Conversation Although some US. companies are prioritizing board diversity?by sometimes building it into the fabric of their key talent decision-making?they still have a long way to go before women?s representation on their boards and throughout their executive ranks is near parity. During this session, some of energy?s top Women Directors will spur conversation regarding how we can change this dynamic. Welcome: Wanyonyi Kendrick, Executive Director, WEIPF Opening Remarks: Anne Dailey, Partner, Troutman Sanders LLP Moderators: Jennifer Rockwood, Power and Utilities Practice Co-Lead, Russell Reynolds Associates Discussion Leader: Amy Hayes, Leadership and Succession Practice Leader, Russell Reynolds Associates Industry Perspectives: Susan Story, Director, American Water; Lead Outside Director, Raymond James Rebecca ?Becky? Klein, Director, Avista Corporation Julia Johnson, Director, FirstEnergy; Director American Water; Director NorthWestern Open Discussion: A Sunday: October 9, 2016 8:30 a.m.-1 1 :30 am. WEIPF Sunday Morning Event Oceanfront Lawn/Plaza Ballroom Sponsored by Troutman Sanders LLP Purvis, Melissa From: Sent: To: Subject: Randall, Randy Thursday, October 06, 2016 8:19 PM Purvis, Melissa Re: has been POSTPONED That is good. I had decided not to go anyway. Thanks Sent from my iPhone Randy Randall Commissioner Third Congressional District Public Service Commission State of SC On Oct 6, 2016, at 7:14 PM, Purvis, Melissa wrote: Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Marcus Johnson Date: October 6, 2016 at 4:10:48 PM EDT Cc: Marcus Johnson Subject: has been POSTPONED Dear Participants, In consideration for the safety and welfare ofour family, we have determined that the risks of continuing with the upcoming conference at Key Biscayne, Florida are too great. Hurricane Matthew has and is causing much damage to the Florida coast and we have to consider the risks at this time. We are currently working with the Ritz-Carlton staff to find an alternative 2016 conference date and we will send the new conference date within the next week. We appreciate your patience, understanding and hard work that has been put into your sessions/keynote addresses, etc. and we will plan to utilize the same agenda for great discussion and dialogue. If you have any questions or need assistance in travel cancellations, etc. please contact Marcus Johnson at 19 Purvis, Melissa From: Purvis, Melissa Sent: Wednesday, September 14, 2016 1:54 PM To: Randall, Randy Subject: FW: E?Ticket EIPF Energy 2016 Comer, Randall - Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7210870348128) From: lVlarcusJohnson Sent: Wednesday, September 14,2016 12:53 PM To: Purvis, Melissa Subject: FW: E-Ticket - EIPF Energy 2016 - Comer, Randall - Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7210870348128) From: Expedia.com [Expedia@expediamail.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 14, 2016 12:49 PM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: E-Ticket EIPF Energy 2016 - Comer, Randall Oct 9, 2016 (Itinerary 7210870348128) Expedia This Expedia Itinerary was sent from Marcus Clay VanMeter Johnson. If you have access to this account, you can view the most up-to-date version. EIPF Energy 2016 - Comer, Randall Oct9, 2016? 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For faster service, mention itinerary #7210870348128 Complete your trip 11 Gates, Nina From: Marcus Johnson Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 1:43 PM To: Gates, Nina Subject: RE: Good Morning! Nina, Good afternoon. Please see below for lodging information for Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard. 11-19- 11-22- 95770780Whitfield,Swain 16 16 11?19? 11-22- 95764000 Howard,John 16 16 I should have ground transportation information later today or early next week and will provide that to you as quickly as possible. If you need anything else please let me know. Thank you, Marcus From: Gates, Nina [Nina.Gates@psc.sc.gov] Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 8:56 AM To: Marcus Johnson Subject: Good Morning! I have The flight information for both Chairman Whitfield and Commissioner Howard?s travel to the Meeting for November 19 22, 2016. Idon?t have anything showing lodging after the dates had to be changed. Would you please send a message simply stating that the rooms have been booked so that I can file it in their travel folders? Thanks for your help. It?s been a rough summer so much going on the world seems to be turning faster! And everything is constantly changing!! my age is showing this morning! Sending wishes for a good dayl! Nina P.O. Box 14737 Tallahassee, FL 32317 Ph: (850) 745-8238 Fax: (321) 234-0238 Emerging Issues Policy Forum Commissioner John E. Howard March 1 1, 2016 South Carolina Public Service Commission 101 Executive Center Drive Suite 100 Columbia, SC 29210 Dear Commissioner Howard: On behalf of the Emerging Issues Policy Forum, it is my pleasure to invite you to participate as a keynote speaker at our sixteenth annual Energy Forum to be held October 9 - 11, at our new 2016 location, the Ritz-Carlton-Key Biscayne, located in Key Biscayne, Florida. EIPF is an organization established to promote dialogue between federal and state economic regulators, mayors, consumer groups and leading industry executives in the energy industry in an effort to eliminate potential industry and regulatory con?icts that impact the development of affordable and reliable electric services. Your participation as a keynote speaker would be a tremendous asset to a successful dialogue on emerging energy issues. We are currently researching relevant issues to be discussed at the conference. Your suggestions and recommendations on emerging energy issues that should be addressed are encouraged. As an invited speaker, EIPF would like to offer you complimentary registration, air and ground transportation, hotel accommodations and meals during the forums. Although our sponsors are unregulated, we encourage you to check with your appropriate agency to ensure you can accept this invitation. Each year our forum participants include leaders from the energy regulatory community. This year, we have already con?rmed the participation of FERC Commissioner Colette Honorable, as well as more than thirty state regulators, legislators and consumer advocates from across the country who are experts on energy issues. Attire for the conference will be business casual. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Connie Jones at (850) 745?8238 by April 1, 2016. We look forward to seeing you in October. Sincerely, ma; Wanyonyi Kendrick Executive Director Emerging??h?e?oi? Forurri is {pub? chIiFy organisation establi?u??o?p'romof?'c?? pantit'satcy discussions o?n key market, industrial and regulatory issues.