Board hears persistent obstacles to Volt Post EV charger pilot due to utility rules and site limits
Trustees discussed a Volt Post pole-mounted EV charger pilot but Central Hudson's refusal to allow attachments to existing utility poles, water-main and plow-radius constraints, and grant eligibility issues complicated siting. Board will seek site-visit quotes and partner input.
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Trustees discussed options for installing pole-mounted EV chargers using technology from Volt Post, but repeated utility refusals and site constraints have stalled progress. Chair (speaker 2) said Central Hudson would not permit attachments to existing poles, leaving options limited to installing a new pole in locations that meet safety and access rules.
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