Quick status of where our opposition stands:
1/13/25 our Appeal hearing was held in New Britain Superior Court before the Honorable Judge Matthew Budzik. Arguments were presented by attorneys from SCNETI, the Town of Fairfield, the City of Bridgeport, Southport Congregational Church, and BJ's Wholesale. Judge Budzik has 120 to issue his decision and we are hopeful for a favorable outcome. See the 1/16/25 First Selectman's update for additional details about the hearing.
United Illuminating has submitted a "Rate Case" to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) to increase its rates again (adding about $24.64 to the average residential ratepayer's monthly bill). There will be three public comment hearings where you can make your voice heard:
Monday, January 27 @ 5:30PM - Margaret Morton Government Center, 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Monday, March 10 @ 5:30PM - Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
Tuesday, March 18 @ 12PM - REMOTE ACCESS: Meeting Registration - Zoom
6/11/24 Governor Lamont signed HB 5507 into law - see Recent Updates for more information on the bill
See Recent Updates page for more details
EmpoweringFairfield is a grassroots effort spearheaded by the
Sasco Creek Neighbors Environmental Trust Inc. (SCNETI)
We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to protect our local community's property rights, safeguard our environment, and preserve our rich historical heritage and charm, health, and safety by opposing the current United Illuminating transmission line rebuild proposal, advocating instead for alternative solutions that better meet the needs of our community.
IMPORTANT NEWS (updated 12/15/24) - see Recent Updates for more details
12/5/24 CT DEEP held Public Meeting on their DRAFT Siting Council Report - see Events page for more info
12/3/24 CT DEEP posted their DRAFT Report that includes recommendations for the composition and practices of the Siting Council
6/11/24 Governor Lamont signed HB 5507 into law - see Recent Updates for more information on the bill
5/31/24 HB5507 was transmitted to the Governor for his signature - track the bill for updates!