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Tim Echols was elected to the Commission in the general election of November 2010 after spending 15 years in the non-profit sector. Echols founded “TeenPact” and grew the mock legislative youth program to 38 states in his tenure. He continues to serve on the Board of Directors.
Tim’s campaign focused on consumer protection, clean energy, and accountability. He travels the state speaking to students, civic groups and businesses about the importance of the PSC’s responsibilities—especially providing accountability to those the agency regulates.
Tim and his wife Windy added solar hot water heating to their Athens home just before being sworn-in. Tim also has a strong interest in the transportation responsibilities of the PSC. He was instrumental in getting a Macon and Atlanta TV station to do an investigative report on “rogue” moving companies who are taking advantage of consumers and hurting legitimate businesses.
Additionally, he promotes the use of CNG (compressed natural gas) as a transportation fuel and hopes one day America will be less dependent on foreign oil. In fact, Tim drives a 99 Honda Civic that runs exclusively on Compressed Natural Gas.
Tim is a big fan of “Project Share,” which allows Georgia Power customers to donate money to the Salvation Army with their power bill payment. Georgia Power matches the customer’s contribution dollar for dollar. As a conservative, Tim likes the idea of citizens helping each other—especially when their charitable contributions trigger corporate matching funds. He hopes to see the program double during his term.
Letter to Sheriff's on Non-consenual towing
