Quick status of where our opposition stands:
6/11/24 Governor Lamont signed HB 5507 into law - see Recent Updates for more information on the bill
Our appeal process is in progress. SCNETI, the Town of Fairfield, the City of Bridgeport and several other individual organizations have submitted their appeal filings and the hearing is set for January, 2025. A decision is expected within a few months of the hearing and then we anticipate that whichever party is unsuccessful will appeal to the CT Supreme Court - so this fight is far from over! If we prevail, UI will be required to submit a new project application which will be subject to the stricter requirements included in HB 5507.
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!