Hearing Process Status: The SCC Hearing in Richmond, VA began on December 15th. Public witness phone testimony was heard December 15-17th. Opening statements were made on December 18th. The written comments closed on December 30th at 5 pm. Evidentiary proceedings began January 8th and concluded on January 15th. Closing Briefs were submitted on February 3rd by all parties. The SCC is now reviewing all testimony and we are pending a decision.

ACTION ALERT:
While the process is moving forward, the outcome is not yet determined, and continued community engagement remains critically important.

Dominion Energy is proposing a new high-voltage transmission line between the Golden and Mars substations to support growing power demand in our region. Some of the proposed routes would place extremely large overhead transmission towers close to existing neighborhoods and schools. Our community, along with many others across Loudoun County, has been advocating for placing these lines underground where they would otherwise run near homes and schools.

We have already made an impact. The strong turnout and feedback from residents have ensured that our concerns are being heard. But the process is not over, and continued public pressure is essential to ensure that our community is protected.

One important opportunity to show that support is the upcoming Board of Supervisors meeting on March 17.

Even though the Board does not make the final decision on the transmission line, their support for undergrounding carries significant weight, and it is important that they continue hearing directly from residents who are affected.

If you are able, please consider attending the meeting. Whether you choose to speak or simply attend to show support, a strong community presence sends a powerful message that residents care deeply about how this project is implemented.

Over the next few days, we will share specific talking points and guidance for anyone who would like to speak, so that our message as a community remains clear, constructive, and focused.

Thank you again for your continued involvement and support. Working together, we can help ensure that decisions made about this project reflect the interests of the people who live here.

We will continue to update this website throughout the hearing process.
Case documents are available on the SCC website.

updated: 3/9/26