Maybe we could let the free market regulate both PUC and ERCOT?
That, and having any oversight positions be elected representatives, rather than (unaccountable and) appointed. With set term limits.
Those are very good comments, and I had to think about them for a while because they seemed intriguing. I did decide that I would rather have those positions be appointed rather than political.
Having listened to the February 9 meeting. I realized that those positions are technical. They require someone knowledgeable in the industry who is willing to think and act in order to ensure the industry continues to operate exceptionally for the next 10-20 years. The day-to-day stuff, like this weather event, should be managed by the ERCOT employees.
I do not think it in our best interests to have these roles filled by politicians that are too busy shaking hands, raising money for their next campaign, and running to the news cameras to get an appearance on the Sunday shows. Do you?
Looks like the next meeting is scheduled for February 24, and I will be sure to watch it, too. It will be enlightening to see how the board reacts to this event.