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Residents and supervisors press county to monitor proposed Midwest transmission backbone; open-house set in August
Summary
County heard public concerns about a proposed high‑voltage transmission backbone route through southern Wisconsin; officials agreed to track developer meetings, designated a county contact and suggested reporting to the county board rather than immediate opposition.
Committee members discussed a proposed Midwest transmission backbone and whether county government should take an active role or primarily serve as a public-information conduit.
One supervisor summarized the developer—s timeline: an open house in August, refined route work, an expected application to a federal program in February and potential in-service dates in 2028—33 depending on federal and PSC review. A resident warned the process is "rushed" and urged county engagement because of potential impacts ranging from property-value declines to concerns about aquifers and EMF. The committee considered whether to place the matter with Natural Resources or monitor through county staff; a supervisor volunteered to serve as an ongoing county contact to gather and share information with the board.
The committee did not adopt an opposing resolution at this meeting but agreed to have a county representative attend hearings and report back; supervisors noted neighboring counties had adopted resolutions in opposition and that a local public meeting was scheduled the coming Thursday.
