How to Write an Effective Letter
The most effective letter you can send to the California Public Utilities Commission and elected officials is one that you have written yourself. The following are suggested topics. Feel free to address additional topics that are important to you, your family, and your community.
We have compiles a list of names, address, email address and phone numbers of the people who have influence over this project. Please write your letters to as many of these as possible, and if you feel there are names that should be one this list, please feel free to contact us and we will add them.
About the Project:
The most effective letter you can send to the California Public Utilities Commission and elected officials is one that you have written yourself. The following are suggested topics. Feel free to address additional topics that are important to you, your family, and your community.
We have compiles a list of names, address, email address and phone numbers of the people who have influence over this project. Please write your letters to as many of these as possible, and if you feel there are names that should be one this list, please feel free to contact us and we will add them.
About the Project:
- PG&E has proposed to add a 115,000-volt circuit to a 7.1-mile transmission line passing through Watsonville, Corralitos, Pleasant Valley, and Day Valley. A new 1.7-mile high-voltage line will be constructed on portions of Cox Road and Freedom Blvd.
- Up to 86 tubular steel power poles, up to 105' high and 4' in diameter, will be erected on concrete foundations up to 33' deep.
- 150+ mature trees will be destroyed.
- Clear-cutting and herbicides will be used to permanently remove vegetation around poles.
- PG&E must provide data to support its unsubstantiated claim that this project is required to improve system reliability.
- PG&E must justify the rationale for this proposed project and explore alternatives to achieve the stated goal.
- Permanent negative impact on the environment, aesthetics, and community values of our rural neighborhood
- Impact on scenic corridors and recreational areas
- Effects of helicopter noise and construction activities on stables and livestock
- Project is not in compliance with County General Plan
- Impact on water supply and Central Water District pipes
- Permanent loss of habitat for native birds and wildlife
- Impact on soil, geology and erosion
- Noise, air and water pollution
- Project jeopardizes designated farmland and certification of organic farms
- Cargo helicopters will be used to fly poles over homes, schools, and churches
- Pedestrians, students, bicyclists and automobiles endangered on narrow rural roads
- Effects on Cal Fire's ability to fight wildfires during and after construction
- Handling and storage of hazardous materials
- NIMBY – "Not in My Back Yard" – it’s best to discuss the neighborhood and community
- Loss in Property Values – although this is of great concern, the CPUC does not consider this a valid complaint
- EMF – "Electromagnetic Field" – CPUC does not consider this a valid concern
- Noise and inconvenience related to construction is not considered a valid concern
