The New York State Public Service Commission has scheduled an in-person public information forum and statement hearing for October 8, 2025, to discuss a proposal from the New York State Electric & Gas Corporation (NYSEG). The company is seeking approval to rebuild its existing Line 982, a 115 kilovolt transmission line that extends about 20.7 miles between the Montour Falls Substation in Schuyler County and the Coddington Substation in Tompkins County.
NYSEG filed its application under Article VII of the Public Service Law on December 18, 2024. The proposed Finger Lakes Area Infrastructure Reliability Project would involve reconstructing Line 982 mostly along its current route. Planned work includes replacing conductors, insulators, and structures; adding stormwater management features; setting up temporary staging areas; and building or improving access roads. The activities would take place in several towns within Schuyler and Tompkins counties.
Before construction can begin, NYSEG must receive a certificate from the Commission. According to state law, the Commission may accept, reject, or modify NYSEG’s proposal after considering input from participants and the public.
The public forum will start at 1:00 p.m., followed by the statement hearing at 2:30 p.m., both at the Human Services Complex in Montour Falls. Maps of the planned route will be available during the forum. Representatives from the Department of Public Service will explain the certification process, while NYSEG will summarize its project proposal. Attendees can ask questions about both topics.
During the statement hearing, members of the public can make comments on record before Administrative Law Judges overseeing evidence gathering for this case. No advance appointment or written material is required to speak; attendees can fill out request cards upon arrival. The session will remain open for at least half an hour and until all interested speakers are heard or alternate arrangements are made for their comments to be included in official records.
A verbatim transcript of all statements will be added to this proceeding’s record.
Anyone needing special accommodations due to disability is advised to contact Human Resource Management at (518) 473-9463 as soon as possible. TDD users can request sign language interpreters via New York Relay Service at 711. Those with difficulty understanding English are encouraged to call (800) 342-3377 for free language assistance services regarding this notice.
People unable or preferring not to attend can submit comments referencing “Case 24-T-0710” through several channels until January 29, 2026:
Comments may be posted online by visiting www.dps.ny.gov, selecting “File Search,” entering “24-T-0710,” then clicking “Post Comments.” Mailed comments should go to Hon. Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary of Public Service Commission, Three Empire State Plaza, Albany NY 12223-1350; electronic submissions are preferred. All timely written comments will appear on the Department website under “Public Comments.”
Individuals may also use a toll-free opinion line at 1-800-335-2120 to leave feedback about pending cases around-the-clock from within New York State; summaries of these calls are provided to Commissioners but not transcribed verbatim.
The full application is accessible online by searching case number “24-T-0710” on www.dps.ny.gov.
