"The utility has pared its staff to about 100 employees, even though regulators authorized the utility to employ 110 workers. "We had to make some changes within our budget given that we were granted less than what we thought was appropriate," Allen said."
Perhaps the staff cuts were needed for a "[Specialist External Affairs]"[1] that "assists in implementing communications strategies, tactics and activities to ensure ongoing, consistent and targeted communications before, during and after rate case filings. Working with the External Affairs Manager, helps to identify and develop opportunities to raise and enhance the company's reputation as a good corporate citizen through strong networking skills, employing effective communications strategies and leveraging key community initiatives that align with company goals."
Chattanooga water bills rising to pay for legal squabble
"The utility has pared its staff to about 100 employees, even though regulators authorized the utility to employ 110 workers. "We had to make some changes within our budget given that we were granted less than what we thought was appropriate," Allen said."
Perhaps the staff cuts were needed for a "[Specialist External Affairs]"[1] that "assists in implementing communications strategies, tactics and activities to ensure ongoing, consistent and targeted communications before, during and after rate case filings. Working with the External Affairs Manager, helps to identify and develop opportunities to raise and enhance the company's reputation as a good corporate citizen through strong networking skills, employing effective communications strategies and leveraging key community initiatives that align with company goals."