Residential Ratepayers Advisory Board

The Office of the Consumer Advocate receives advice on matters concerning the work of the Office from the Residential Ratepayers Advisory Board appointed pursuant to RSA 363:28-a.  The Board consists of nine members – three appointed by the Governor (subject to confirmation by the Executive Council), three appointed by the Speaker of the House, and three appointed by the President of the Senate.

In addition to its advisory responsibilities, the Advisory Board serves as a gatekeeper with respect to the appointment or reappointment of the Consumer Advocate by recommending candidates to the Governor.  The term of the incumbent Consumer Advocate expires on November 5, 2023.

Advisory Board Members

Thomas, J. Moses of Keene, Chair
Representing the interests of the public
Appointed by the Speaker of the House
Term expires on August 31, 2024

Dana Nute of Concord, Vice Chair 
Representing small business owners
Appointed by the Governor and Council
Term expires on January 5, 2027

Yolanda Baumgartner of Hanover
Representing environmental concerns
Appointed by the President of the Senate
Term expires on July 31, 2026

Ryan Clouthier of Manchester
Representing the Interests of low-income people
Appointed by the Governor and Council
Term expires on October 14, 2026

James M. Garrity of Atkinson
Representing the interests of residential ratepayers
Appointed by the Speaker of the House
Term expires on August 31, 2024

Matthew J. Kfoury of Manchester
Representing residents of low-income housing
Appointed by the Governor and Council
Term expires on October 14, 2026

Neal Kurk of Weare
Representing the interest of the elderly
Appointed by the Speaker of the House
Term expires on August 31, 2024

Kenneth A. Mailloux of Concord
Representing the interests of the disabled
Appointed by the President of the Senate
Term expires on July 31, 2026

Claira Monier of Goffstown
Representing the interests of residential ratepayers
Appointed by the President of the Senate
Term expires on July 31, 2026

Members of the public may contact the Advisory Board via e-mail at AdvisoryBoard@oca.nh.gov or via U.S. mail by writing to

Residential Ratepayers Advisory Board
Office of the Consumer Advocate
21 South Fruit Street, Suite 18
Concord, New Hampshire 03301