Project Updates

Before project permitting, during the permitting phase and during construction, we use this update section to provide news and information about VELCO projects in process. These regular updates ensure that the public can follow and have input into our projects. Here are some highlights. Please check back for additional project updates.

 

Project Photos
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Building a temporary access road
Building a temporary access road
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arial view Middlebury subswtation
Aerial view of the existing Middlebury Substation
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Middlebury control building
Existing Middlebury Control Building

Project Updates

Middlebury Substation Project Public Meeting

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VELCO invites neighbors in the Middlebury area, and other interested people to an informational meeting about a proposed project to upgrade the Highgate Substation. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 29, at 5:30 p.m. at the Middlebury Town Office, 77 Main Street, Middlebury, VT. VELCO community outreach staff will explain the proposed upgrades and answer any questions. 

Please RSVP to slouiselle@velco.com or call 802-770-6381.

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VELCO receives CPG to begin construction

The Vermont Public Utility Commission granted VELCO’s petition for a Certificate of Public Good to begin construction on the Middlebury Substation upgrades.

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Construction to begin week of October 23

VELCO is set to begin construction the week of October 23. Construction crews will begin to mobilize equipment to the site.

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