Dear Friends,

On Tuesday, we announced Frederick County will try to block New Jersey-based PSEG’s application to build the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (MPRP).

While the law is clear that Frederick County does not have the authority to stop MPRP ourselves, we have worked closely with our partners on the County Council to amplify our residents’ voices and advocate against the project. Tuesday’s announcement was the latest action we’ve taken to make sure company officials and state regulators know we do not want this project in our community.

You can read the full record here: http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/mprp

To be clear: Frederick County totally opposes MPRP, and our decision should send a clear message that we will use the legal tools at our disposal to protect our community.

The Maryland Public Service Commission will review PSEG’s application to build MPRP. As part of its process, the PSC will hold a public hearing in Frederick County, which will provide another forum for residents to be heard. We will update you when the details of that hearing are available.

To those who are advocating against MPRP, thank you. As elected officials, we are lifting up your voices and fighting to protect Frederick County’s environment and preserve our quality of life.

We are in this together, and we are making a difference for this wonderful place we call home.

Sincerely,