FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PSC MOURNS PASSING OF RETIRED
COMMISSIONER FRANK LANDIS
Lincoln, MARCH 17, 2022 – The Nebraska Public Service
Commission (PSC) is deeply saddened by the passing of long-
time District 1, Commissioner Frank Landis,79, and extends its
heartfelt condolences to his wife Polly and his extended family.
“Frank was a colleague, a hard worker, a mentor and a friend
to many at the Commission,” said Commissioner Tim Schram.
“I had the pleasure of working with him for 12-years and while
he strived to build relationships within the industries we
regulate, it was the citizens he served that he worked
tirelessly for. A true advocate, he always asked the question;
how will this impact the consumer.”
A Republican, Landis was first elected to the Commission
representing District 1 in 1988 and would go on to serve five,
six -year terms representing eight counties in southeast
Nebraska for 30 years.
“He dedicated his life to serving this state and its
citizens,” said Commission Chair Dan Watermeier. “To this
day the Commission continues to benefit from the
contributions Frank made and the relationships he forged.
He is forever a part of the PSC family, and our hearts are
with Polly and his extended family during this difficult time.”
Landis chose not to seek re-election in 2018 and retired from
the Commission in January 2019. At the time of his
retirement, he was recognized by the National Association of
Regulatory Commissioners (NARUC), as one of the longest
serving Public Utility Commissioners in the nation.
A memorial service for retired Commissioner Frank Landis,
will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 22, at
First Plymouth Congregational Church, 2000 D St, in Lincoln.
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Contact:
Deb Collins- Media & Communications Mgr.
(402) 471-0226
deb.collins@nebraska.gov
