Intervenors…

The Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)—the organization responsible for overseeing the high-voltage power grid and the wholesale electricity market—has formally intervened with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC). MISO’s intervention may benefit the Reliable Energy Alliance (Saukville Trenton and Fredonia, Farmington groups), as it introduces additional scrutiny, highlights uncertainty, may limit ATC’s unilateral authority, and reinforces the Commission’s obligation to fully evaluate route options and community impacts.

As of yesterday, Port Washington Mayor Ted Neitzke IV informed us in person at the Port Washington Common Council meeting that his application to intervene with the PSC—advocating for selection of the alternative route—was mailed that morning. In addition, Vantage has publicly stated that it will also be intervening in support of choosing the alternative route.

As of this morning, Ozaukee County has passed a resolution opposing the preferred and preferred contingent routes and supporting selection of the alternative route. This county resolution joins those already adopted by surrounding townships, including Saukville, Fredonia, Farmington, and Trenton. We are deeply grateful for the leadership and support of Ozaukee County, Mayor Ted Neitzke, and Vantage in encouraging the Commission to select the alternative route.