+ When will you start construction?

Pending approvals, we plan to begin construction in 2021 and have the project in-service at the end of 2023.

+ Will the project require any electrical service interruptions?

No local electrical service interruptions will be necessary for the construction of this project.

+ Who will perform the construction work?

We have not yet finalized our vendor details or contracts.

+ Will union labor be used on the job?

In 2016 we signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) District 3, which commits us to using union labor where possible.

+ Will blasting be required for the project?

If blasting is required, neighbors in the area and the municipality will be notified prior to the work.

+ How deep will you need to drill for the structure foundations? Will this drilling impact groundwater and aquifers?

We anticipate placing the structure foundations at a depth of 13 to 66 feet as noted in Exhibit E-1 of our Article VII Application. Most foundations will likely be less than 50 feet deep. NYES will follow all applicable state and federal regulations when drilling and take all appropriate preventive measures to protect water quality and availability.

+ Do the transmission structures come fully assembled or in pieces?

The structures, which are on average 90 feet in height, will be delivered by trucks to our staging areas in segments and assembled on the corridor.

+ Will New York Transco repair any damage done to roads or adjoining property during the project?

Yes, New York Transco will restore all areas or properties impacted by our work to their previous condition and will address potential impacts to local roads during consultations with municipal highway departments and the New York State Department of Transportation.

+ What type of security will be in place during construction?

Depending on the project scope for any given area, security measures such as check-in stations, fencing, and other methods will be used. For your safety, we ask that you please not enter construction areas or laydown yards. If you have a question or concern, please contact the project team at (855) 433-3611 or info@NY-ES.com.

+ How will you dispose of the old structures?

We are in the process of developing a plan for structure removal and disposal, which will include recycling. Disposal details will be provided once the plan is further developed.

+ How will you protect the gas line and other utilities in the corridor?

We will work closely with the various utilities operating along the corridor to develop plans and safety measures to safeguard this infrastructure. Details on these plans will be included in our Environmental Management and Construction Plan (EM&CP).