The New York State Public Service Commission has scheduled a virtual public statement hearing for September 9, 2025, to gather input on an application from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, operating as National Grid. The company is seeking a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need under Article VII of the Public Service Law.
National Grid’s application, filed on February 28, 2025, proposes to rebuild about 16.3 miles of the existing 115 kilovolt Southeast Batavia-Golah 119 Transmission Line. The project would extend from near structure 107 west of the North LeRoy Substation to the Golah Substation. It affects areas in Genesee County (Town and Village of LeRoy), Livingston County (Town and Village of Caledonia), and Monroe County (Towns of Wheatland and Rush).
The Commission will review the proposal and may adopt it in full or in part, reject it, or modify it after considering comments from stakeholders and the public.
A virtual public statement hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, accessible through meetny-gov.webex.com with access code 2819 091 8305 and password Sept9-6pm. Phone-only access is also available by dialing 1-929-251-9612 with the same access code and password 73789067.
Those wishing to make a statement during the hearing must register by 3:00 p.m. on Monday, September 8. Electronic registration can be completed at https://dps.ny.gov/calendar by selecting the relevant event listing for September 9. Participants who cannot join electronically may register by phone at 1-800-342-3330.
Individuals who want to listen without speaking can do so via phone using the provided dial-in information.
During the hearing, all participants will be muted upon entry until called upon by the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). The ALJ will continue until all registered speakers have been heard or other arrangements are made for comment submission. Time limits may apply to ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak; lengthy remarks should be summarized orally with full versions submitted in writing. A transcript will become part of the official record.
Persons requiring accommodations due to disabilities should contact Human Resource Management at (518) 473-9463 or use TDD services through New York Relay Service at 711 for sign language interpretation requests. Those needing language assistance can call (800) 342-3377.
Additional avenues for submitting comments are available for those unable or unwilling to participate in person:
Comments referencing “Case 25-T-0152” can be submitted online via www.dps.ny.gov by searching for case number “25-T-0152” and using “Post Comments.” Written submissions may also be mailed to Hon. Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary, Public Service Commission, Three Empire State Plaza, Albany NY 12223-1350; however electronic filing is preferred.
All written comments received before October 10 will become part of this proceeding’s record and are viewable online under “Public Comments.” Late submissions may not be considered.
Comments can also be left via toll-free Opinion Line at 1-800-335-2120; these summaries are provided to the Commission but not transcribed verbatim.
