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Dear Editor:
Almost three years ago American Transmission Company (ATC) announced plans to build "Cardinal-Hickory Creek" high-voltage transmission lines through 125 miles of southwest Wisconsin. These environmentally destructive lines are not needed, will raise electric bills, and lower property values. Opposition groups in Iowa, Dane, and Grant Counties have raised public awareness about the negative impact of CHC, resulting in a huge groundswell of public opposition.
Now we have reached a critical point: the decision about ATC's project will be made this year by the Wisconsin Public Service Commission. We all have an opportunity to affect the PSC's decision by attending Public Meetings hosted by the USDA in several locations from March 13-20. Meeting schedule:
March 13, 5-7 Dodger Bowl, Dodgeville
March 14, 5-7, Deer Valley Lodge, Barneveld
March 18, 5-7, Cassville Middle School, Cassville
March 20, 5-7, Madison Marriott West, Middleton
A court recorder will be present for those who choose to speak and have their comments entered into the official record. Speaking is not required, but your presence is critical to demonstrate the extent of opposition. Please attend!
Learn more about opposition to CHC at DriftlessDefenders.com, and click on "PSC Updates" for information about the current PSC Review Process.
Betsy Curtis D'Angelo
Dodgeville Township