Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We’re always looking for ways to reduce the cost of fuel in the communities. We’re always looking for the lowest priced vendor. We’re open to exploring options for delivery. For some of our communities, we do a fuel barge. We’re always looking for creative solutions to reduce our costs, be it where the fuel comes from might help us reduce the costs.
As far as subsidies, some concerns about that because if we put in a subsidy within PPD itself, the difference would have to come out of the revolving fund. If we start taking money out of the revolving fund in one area, it could end up, and possibly would end up, with some getting lower but the prices in other areas being jacked up at the same time. We have to make sure that we have a fair process that isn’t putting any additional burden on any community.
We want to keep the prices low. We’re always open. If the Member has some suggestions, we’re willing to hear them. If communities have suggestions, we’re willing to hear them.