The New York State Public Service Commission has scheduled a virtual public statement hearing for December 3, 2025, to discuss an application from PSEG Long Island LLC, acting for the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA). The application seeks a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need under Article VII of the Public Service Law.
If approved, the certificate would allow LIPA to build, operate, and maintain the Syosset to Oakwood Project. This project includes installing a new 2.8-mile underground electric transmission line between existing facilities in Oyster Bay, Nassau County (Woodbury Tap), and Huntington, Suffolk County (Oakwood Substation). The proposal also involves new riser and transmission poles at Woodbury Tap and additional facilities at Oakwood Substation north of its current site. Modifications are planned for parts of two existing lines between these locations.
According to New York State law, the Commission can accept or reject LIPA’s proposal fully or partially or make changes. In making its decision, it will consider feedback from both participating parties and members of the public.
A virtual hearing before an Administrative Law Judge is set for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Interested individuals can access the meeting online via meetny-gov.webex.com using access code 2823 581 5171 and password Dec3-5pm. Phone-only access is available by dialing 1-929-251-9612 with access code 2823 581 5171 and phone-in password 33230576.
Anyone wishing to speak during the hearing must register by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2, either electronically through https://dps.ny.gov/calendar or by phone at 1-800-342-3330. Those only wanting to listen can call in without registering.
All participants will be muted upon entry; those registered to comment will be called on individually by the judge until all have spoken or arrangements are made for further input. Time limits may be set to ensure everyone has a chance to participate. The hearing will be transcribed verbatim as part of the official record.
People with disabilities who need accommodations should contact the Department of Public Service’s Human Resource Management Office at (518) 473-9463 as soon as possible. TDD users can request sign language interpretation through New York Relay Service at 711. For free language assistance services in other languages or help understanding English, individuals are encouraged to call (800) 342-3377.
Those unable or unwilling to attend may submit comments referring to “Case 25-T-0241” until February 6, 2026—either online via www.dps.ny.gov (“File Search,” case number “25-T-0241”) or by mail addressed to Hon. Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary of the Public Service Commission in Albany; electronic filing is preferred.
Written comments submitted on time become part of the official record and are accessible on the Department website under “Public Comments.” Late comments may not be considered by the Commission.
Individuals can also share their views through a toll-free Opinion Line at 1-800-335-2120; these summaries are provided to Commissioners but not transcribed word-for-word.
