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Kind Disappointed in Process, Encourages People to Weigh in on Transmission Lines

05/10/12

 

Washington, DC – Following the decision made by the Wisconsin Public Service Commission to move forward with plans on the CapX2020 high-voltage transmission line, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind expressed his disappointment in the process and is encouraging people who may potentially be impacted by Badger Coulee line to make their voices heard. 
 
“For years now, I’ve heard concerns from land owners regarding the proposed lines,” said Rep. Kind. “I’m concerned too. That’s why I’ve met with officials at Xcel Energy, sent letters expressing these concerns and demanding answers, and had my staff attend dozens of public hearings. This process has been confusing and the decision making secretive. I’m disappointed in the way this decision was made.”
 
Rep. Kind has personally met with both Xcel Energy and American Transmission Company (ATC) officials to discuss the transmission lines, sent letters to both Xcel Energy and ATC sharing the concerns he has heard from constituents and asking for answers, and has had staff attended dozens of hearings and public forums to better understand the project.  
 
“As part of this project, there is another line under consideration,” said Rep. Kind. “The process for the Badger Coulee Line has just begun. I encourage those who are concerned to make their voices heard by contacting both the Public Service Commission and ATC and by participating in upcoming public forums on the topic.” 
 
To stay posted about future opportunities to weigh in, visit the appropriate website for each project or Rep. Kind’s website.  
 
Wisconsin Public Service Commission
P.O. Box 7854
Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7854
(608)266-5481            
Toll Free: (888)816-3831
 
CapX2020 Line   
Contact: Xcel Energy
PO Box 9437
Minneapolis, MN 55440-9437
www.capx2020.com/lacrosse/
Email: lacrosseinfo@capx2020.com
(800)-238-7968
 
Badger Coulee Line 
Contact: American Transmission Company 
P.O. Box 47
Waukesha, WI 53187-0047
www.atc-projects.com
Email: info@atcllc.com
Toll free: (866) 899-3204