DES MOINES—Due to a high volume of docket proceedings, the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) is canceling its monthly public board meetings set for Oct. 9, Nov. 7 and Dec. 12, 2023.

The IUB has several public hearings and other contested cases pending and canceling monthly public meetings also reduces the risk of ex parte communications under Iowa law. Iowa Code 17A.17 prohibits communications with board members about contested cases pending before the IUB.