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The Maryland Office of People`s Counsel (OPC), created in 1924, is the oldest utility consumer advocacy office of its kind in the United States. The People`s Counsel is appointed by the Attorney General, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and acts independently of the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) and the Office of Attorney General. OPC is a State of Maryland agency, yet works independently to represent Maryland`s residential consumers of electric, natural gas, telecommunications, private water and certain transportation matters before the PSC, federal regulatory agencies and the courts. Every day OPC`s staff members address issues affecting the cost, quality of service and adequate supply of these utility services. As such OPC`s advocacy touches the lives of every resident of Maryland. OPC functions primarily as a law office, employing a staff of 19, and retains expert consultants to provide technical assistance and expert testimony. These consultants are highly qualified accounting, engineering and economic experts who provide technical assistance, prepare reports and appear as expert witnesses before the PSC and federal agencies. These experts are absolutely critical to OPC`s ability to represent consumers. Because it is a state agency, funding for OPC is included in the state budget proposed by the Governor and approved by the General Assembly. However, the State`s General Fund is fully reimbursed for OPC`s expenses from revenue collected in the Public Utility Regulation Fund. These revenues are collected from all regulated utility companies and licensed energy suppliers.
MSLA was established in 1998 and has been growing ever since. We have built our reputation on superior customer service, outstanding report quality, and rapid turnaround time. Our business philosophy incorporates exceptional customer service and accurate evaluations, both of which are the primary factors for our growth since our inception. MSLA`s Core Values are what help define how we conduct ourselves. They are the "rules of the road" that govern our daily actions. MSLA`s Core Values are at the heart of our business and are subsequently extremely important to understand and operate by. Integrity: Do the right thing. Our clients, patients, and providers all expect this of MSLA and we deliver on this promise in every facet of our business. Honesty: MSLA is devoted to honest and fair business practices. We work vigorously with all of our partners to ensure that we manage ourselves in a way that cannot be viewed as anything else but 100% ethical. Action: We at MSLA encourage all of our staff members, clients, and providers to move MSLA forward. Whether it be customer service, technology or new business ventures, we want to work with any interested party in improving our service delivery. This takes a total team effort and MSLA is committed to just that.
Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services is a highly respected mental health and welfare agency with 11 locations throughout Southern California. For over 112 years, we have been dedicated to nurturing hope, healing, and the opportunity to thrive for children, youth, young adults, and families facing serious life challenges. Hathaway-Sycamores’ comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 7,000 lives annually – include: residential treatment; foster care and adoption; transitional living assistance for emancipated foster youth; outpatient and school-based mental health services; wraparound/in-home services; psychiatric services; psychological testing; grief counseling; educational support services; and afterschool tutoring/enrichment. Accredited by The Joint Commission and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Hathaway-Sycamores is licensed by the Community Care Licensing Division of the California Department of Social Services and is certified by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health.
Knox County Democratic Central Committee is a Galesburg, IL-based company in the Government sector.
California Parenting Institute is a Santa Rosa, CA-based company in the Government sector.