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Goochland supervisors unanimously adopt resolution opposing Valley Link 765 kV transmission proposal
Summary
After extensive public comment from western Goochland residents, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution opposing the proposed 115‑mile, 765 kV Valley Link transmission line, citing potential impacts on agriculture, property values, scenery and watersheds.
Goochland County’s Board of Supervisors on April 7 voted unanimously to adopt a resolution formally opposing the Valley Link Joshua Falls–Yeet 765 kilovolt transmission project as currently proposed.
The board’s resolution, read into the record by county staff, describes a 115‑mile, 765 kV transmission line with steel lattice towers approaching 150–160 feet and extensive, permanently cleared right‑of‑way across multiple counties. The board directed staff to coordinate with neighboring localities, regional stakeholders and state and federal representatives to advocate against…
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