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Residents press county on rate, tax and jobs questions for Marla Power Line; NextEra presentation expected
Summary
During the July 9 public‑comment period, Monongalia County residents raised concerns about potential rate increases, tax revenue and local job commitments tied to the proposed Marla Power Line and a NextEra project. County officials said developers will be asked to answer those questions at a later public session.
Residents used the Monongalia County Commission’s public‑comment period on July 9 to press elected officials about a proposed high‑capacity transmission line referred to in the meeting as the Marla Power Line and an upcoming NextEra presentation.
“After going through that and reading through that, I I know that our rates are going to go up, and I don't really see any really benefit for the people of this county,” said Linda Campbell of Stuartstown, who told commissioners she had attended informational meetings and was concerned about ratepayer impacts, tax…
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