Stop the NYRI Power Line
Target:
NY Assembly, NY Senate, NY State Governor, US Congress, US DOE, FERC
The NYRI is a power line project proposed by a group of Canadian investors. The NYRI plans to build a 190 mile long power line through New York, destroying the environment, harming the local economy, and potentially causing health and safety risks.
The following information is from: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html
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(Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
The following information is from: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html
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- The towers will be well above the tree line and visible for many miles%u2014up to 180 feet on the river (that's 30 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty) and 83 feet on the pipeline.
- Construction will require clear cutting 200 miles of federally protected park land and private property. The width of the path? 125 feet with an additional 1/8 mile of "wiggle room" on both sides (the length of 4 and a half football fields).
- The lines will emit a constant 40 to 50 decibels of sound (equal to the sound of continuous light traffic)
- The economy of our region is fragile and dependent upon revenue from tourism (fishing, boating, summer camps) and second homeowners. If the scenic landscape that attracts these groups is destroyed, revenues will decline dramatically, far outweighing whatever compensation NYRI offers to individual communities.
- Studies show that values for properties near where high-voltage tower lines are installed decrease by as much as 50 percent. Decreases of this magnitude will drastically reduce property tax revenues, which, in turn, will lead to decreased services for municipalities and schools that depend on property-based taxes.
- Studies predict that electric costs in upstate New York will actually rise about 5 percent if the electricity from here is transported downstate on the NYRI line as planned.
- The lines will emit massive electromagnetic fields (EMFs) that credentialed scientists believe may cause cancer in adults and leukemia in children.
- EMFs are also known to damage pacemakers.
- The lines will transmit 800,000v high-voltage direct current (HVDC) (400,000 HVDC per line, two lines per tower). If a cable fell, it would shut off in 1/3 of a second%u2014but still be the equivalent of 40 to 60 lightning strikes. In the river that could be quite a fish-fry; or near a gas leak. . .
- NYRI claims that there are no known instances of a DC cable blowing down in a hurricane or a tornado, but the UDPC's Troy Bystrom says that there is a case of strong winds (which our region is known for) causing cables to PULL a tower down.
- Stop the Powerlines asked a NYRI rep at one meeting what would happen if a train derailed and hit a pole. He said that it wouldn't happen, because "trains don't go very far off the tracks when they derail." This is news to anyone who saw pictures of any of Norfolk-Southern's recent derailments. The NYRI rep also said that derailments were "rare," but there was one just this year on the NS line and one on May 30 on the NY Susquehanna & Western.
- There is evidence that electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from the power lines may corrode the metal in the Columbia gas pipeline if it is within close proximity.
- NYRI claims the project will take 4 years to complete. Four years of dynamite blasting, noisy diesel cranes and general commotion will displace wildlife, including eagles, perhaps forever.
- Scientists also believe that EMFs may disorient birds that navigate via magnetic fields and sterilize eagle
(Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
The NYRI is a power line project proposed by a group of Canadian investors. The NYRI plans to build a 190 mile long power line through New York, destroying the environment, harming the local economy, and potentially causing health and safety risks.
The following information is from: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html
Our scenic%u2014and quiet%u2014landscape destroyed
(Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
The following information is from: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html
Our scenic%u2014and quiet%u2014landscape destroyed
- The towers will be well above the tree line and visible for many miles%u2014up to 180 feet on the river (that's 30 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty) and 83 feet on the pipeline.
- Construction will require clear cutting 200 miles of federally protected park land and private property. The width of the path? 125 feet with an additional 1/8 mile of "wiggle room" on both sides (the length of 4 and a half football fields).
- The lines will emit a constant 40 to 50 decibels of sound (equal to the sound of continuous light traffic)
- The economy of our region is fragile and dependent upon revenue from tourism (fishing, boating, summer camps) and second homeowners. If the scenic landscape that attracts these groups is destroyed, revenues will decline dramatically, far outweighing whatever compensation NYRI offers to individual communities.
- Studies show that values for properties near where high-voltage tower lines are installed decrease by as much as 50 percent. Decreases of this magnitude will drastically reduce property tax revenues, which, in turn, will lead to decreased services for municipalities and schools that depend on property-based taxes.
- Studies predict that electric costs in upstate New York will actually rise about 5 percent if the electricity from here is transported downstate on the NYRI line as planned.
- The lines will emit massive electromagnetic fields (EMFs) that credentialed scientists believe may cause cancer in adults and leukemia in children.
- EMFs are also known to damage pacemakers.
- The lines will transmit 800,000v high-voltage direct current (HVDC) (400,000 HVDC per line, two lines per tower). If a cable fell, it would shut off in 1/3 of a second%u2014but still be the equivalent of 40 to 60 lightning strikes. In the river that could be quite a fish-fry; or near a gas leak. . .
- NYRI claims that there are no known instances of a DC cable blowing down in a hurricane or a tornado, but the UDPC's Troy Bystrom says that there is a case of strong winds (which our region is known for) causing cables to PULL a tower down.
- Stop the Powerlines asked a NYRI rep at one meeting what would happen if a train derailed and hit a pole. He said that it wouldn't happen, because "trains don't go very far off the tracks when they derail." This is news to anyone who saw pictures of any of Norfolk-Southern's recent derailments. The NYRI rep also said that derailments were "rare," but there was one just this year on the NS line and one on May 30 on the NY Susquehanna & Western.
- There is evidence that electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from the power lines may corrode the metal in the Columbia gas pipeline if it is within close proximity.
- NYRI claims the project will take 4 years to complete. Four years of dynamite blasting, noisy diesel cranes and general commotion will displace wildlife, including eagles, perhaps forever.
- Scientists also believe that EMFs may disorient birds that navigate via magnetic fields and sterilize eagle
(Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
To Whom this Concerns:
We the undersigned seek your utmost and immediate attention in regards to the proposed NYRI Power Line. Vast numbers of communities and individuals are opposed to the implementation of this line for the following sited reasons:
Health hazards
The lines will emit massive electromagnetic fields (EMFs) that credentialed scientists believe may cause cancer in adults and leukemia in children. (Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
Environmental damage
NYRI claims the project will take 4 years to complete. Four years of dynamite blasting, noisy diesel cranes and general commotion will displace wildlife, including eagles, perhaps forever. (Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
Economic losses
The economy of our region is fragile and dependent upon revenue from tourism (fishing, boating, summer camps) and second homeowners. If the scenic landscape that attracts these groups is destroyed, revenues will decline dramatically, far outweighing whatever compensation NYRI offers to individual communities. (Source:http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
Our scenic%u2014and quiet%u2014landscape destroyed
The towers will be well above the tree line and visible for many miles%u2014up to 180 feet on the river (that's 30 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty) and 83 feet on the pipeline.
(Source:http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
These points represent only a small number of derogatory ramifications which would prevail should this line be allowed to cut through our communities. It is imperative that you take this issue seriously.
We thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[your name]
[your address]
[your comment]
We the undersigned seek your utmost and immediate attention in regards to the proposed NYRI Power Line. Vast numbers of communities and individuals are opposed to the implementation of this line for the following sited reasons:
Health hazards
The lines will emit massive electromagnetic fields (EMFs) that credentialed scientists believe may cause cancer in adults and leukemia in children. (Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
Environmental damage
NYRI claims the project will take 4 years to complete. Four years of dynamite blasting, noisy diesel cranes and general commotion will displace wildlife, including eagles, perhaps forever. (Source: http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
Economic losses
The economy of our region is fragile and dependent upon revenue from tourism (fishing, boating, summer camps) and second homeowners. If the scenic landscape that attracts these groups is destroyed, revenues will decline dramatically, far outweighing whatever compensation NYRI offers to individual communities. (Source:http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
Our scenic%u2014and quiet%u2014landscape destroyed
The towers will be well above the tree line and visible for many miles%u2014up to 180 feet on the river (that's 30 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty) and 83 feet on the pipeline.
(Source:http://www.stopnyri.com/affectyou.html)
These points represent only a small number of derogatory ramifications which would prevail should this line be allowed to cut through our communities. It is imperative that you take this issue seriously.
We thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[your name]
[your address]
[your comment]
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# 76:
5:24 pm PDT, Sep 2,
PATRICIA PATTISON, Virginia
ALTHOUGH MY CURRENT RESIDENCE IS VIRGINIA, I'M A NEW YORKER. I AM PLANNING TO RETURN HOME WHEN MY SITUATION ALLOWS. I HAVE JUST PURCHASED A PIECE OF PROPERTY ON TYLER RD., COCHECTON, NY (SULLIVAN COUNTY). THEREFORE, THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN A MAJOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS PURCHASE.
ALTHOUGH MY CURRENT RESIDENCE IS VIRGINIA, I'M A NEW YORKER. I AM PLANNING TO RETURN HOME WHEN MY SITUATION ALLOWS. I HAVE JUST PURCHASED A PIECE OF PROPERTY ON TYLER RD., COCHECTON, NY (SULLIVAN COUNTY). THEREFORE, THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN A MAJOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS PURCHASE.
THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT HAS NO RIGHT TO OVERRIDE THE RIGHTS/DESIRES OF INDIVIDUAL STATES, OR THE PEOPLE. IF "THE GOVENMENT" CONTINUES TO PROCEED WITH THE WILL OF THE POLITICIANS, INSTEAD OF THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE, IT IS THE RIGHT AND THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PEOPLE TO ACT. THIS IS IN THE CONSTITUTION (YOU ALL REMEMBER THAT DOCUMENT, DON'T YOU?) NYC HAS ENOUGH EXPOSURE TO THE SHORELINE TO ACHIEVE ALL THE ELECTRICITY NEEDS, NOW AND FOR THE FUTURE WITH WIND POWER. THERE'S ALSO SOMETHING CALLED SOLAR POWER, WHICH COULD SOLVE, AT LEAST A BIG PART OF THE PROBLEM. WITH TECHNOLOGY ALLOWING US TO CAPTURE "CLEAN" ENERGY EVERYDAY, WHY IS THERE SUCH A PUSH FOR THIS????? WHY? BECAUSE OF GREED!!!! WHO'S IN WHO'S POCKETS...........IT'S ALMOST UNBELIEVEABLE, WHAT SOME INDIVIDUALS ARE GETTING AWAY WITH......IT'S SOOOOO OBVIOUS!!! ALTERNATIVES HAVE BEEN SUGGESTED BY CURRENT PROVIDERS......ASSURANCES MADE THAT THEY CAN AND WILL PROVIDE THESE SERVICES, WHY INFURIATE THE CITIZEN WITH A PLAN THEY DO NO WANT OR NEED...............THE ALMIGHTY DOLLAR AND POLITICS.....IT'S OBVIOUS!!!! I HAVEN'T EVEN TOUCHED ON THE HORRIBLE HEALTH EFFECTS OF LIVING UNDER OR NEAR THESE LINES. LET'S PUT ONE ON THE FRONT LAWN OF THE CAPITOL, AND IN THE YARDS OF EVERY ONE OF THESE POLITICIANS (WHO ARE PROBABLY GOING TO BENEFIT IN ONE WAY OR THE OTHER$$$$$) AND THEN WE CAN TALK. THERE'S MUCH LEFT UNSAID. I STRONGLY OPPOSE THE NYRI.......BUILD THEM IN THE YARDS OF THEIR INVESTORS...
# 75:
10:06 pm PDT, Aug 22,
CHIEF DUBIE, Missouri
It's time to plant the planet, not reap it beyond repair!!!
It's time to plant the planet, not reap it beyond repair!!!
It's time to localize, not globalize!!!
# 74:
3:44 am PDT, Aug 21,
Abby Chapple, West Virginia
We in Largent WV are fighting "PATH" a major powerline for New York. How about CONSERVATION. I understand that more electric is WASTED than this new terror will provide.
We in Largent WV are fighting "PATH" a major powerline for New York. How about CONSERVATION. I understand that more electric is WASTED than this new terror will provide.
# 73:
4:18 pm PDT, Jun 12,
Terry Keating, New York
# 72:
3:51 am PDT, May 29,
Thomas Jones, New York
# 71:
8:18 am PDT, May 26,
Robin DeValt, New York
# 69:
10:38 pm PDT, May 19,
Name not displayed, United States Minor Outlying Islands
# 68:
7:52 pm PDT, Apr 26,
Seth Stern, New Jersey
# 67:
1:28 am PDT, Apr 19,
Julia Tawyea, Pennsylvania
# 66:
8:30 am PST, Feb 26,
Sande Lower, New York
To Hell With NYC And Their Constatne Tapping Of Our Resources!!
To Hell With NYC And Their Constatne Tapping Of Our Resources!!
I Think That Upstate NY Has Done Enough For The Down State Scum That Can't Beging To Help Themselves With Out Hurting Us!
# 65:
5:01 pm PST, Feb 21,
T. Close, New York
I am disturbed that this project will have a very negative impact on the rural nature of this area diminshing the quality of life for both our species and others.
I am disturbed that this project will have a very negative impact on the rural nature of this area diminshing the quality of life for both our species and others.
I can see the cuurent Marcy line alone the ridges and have seen first hand what it does to the serene atmosphere. Let's not do it again! Lets reduce electice use instead. Turn off what you do not need on. Only buy energy star applicances and convert to more friendly energy sources. What a boom that would be to the economy.
# 64:
6:48 am PST, Feb 19,
Name not displayed, New York
Not only would the powerlines be a health-hazard and an eyesore, they would also destroy the beautiful countryside and threaten endangered species. The East Coast has very few areas left that are truly rural, this makes Central New York all the more valuable and unique. Just because our population is relatively small doesn't give NYRI the right to try to take advantage of us.
Not only would the powerlines be a health-hazard and an eyesore, they would also destroy the beautiful countryside and threaten endangered species. The East Coast has very few areas left that are truly rural, this makes Central New York all the more valuable and unique. Just because our population is relatively small doesn't give NYRI the right to try to take advantage of us.
# 63:
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4:11 pm PST, Jan 29,
Victoria Mary Stong / Community Activist, New York
Money should not supercede what's best for the animals and the community! Destruction of animals habitat's and loss of beautiful land. |
# 62:
3:52 pm PST, Jan 8,
Paul Steffens, New York
Our purchased property that my wife and I plan to retire on will be utterly ruined if the power lines are put up. They will be directly across the street. Ugly! Ugly! Will want to retire somewhere else!
Our purchased property that my wife and I plan to retire on will be utterly ruined if the power lines are put up. They will be directly across the street. Ugly! Ugly! Will want to retire somewhere else!
For scenic,possible health reasons and depreciation of property value.
# 61:
4:24 pm PST, Dec 29,
Debra Mayer, New York
# 60:
10:49 am PST, Dec 17,
Ines Seidel, Germany
# 59:
5:11 am PST, Dec 15,
Galen Ballentine, Pennsylvania
# 58:
12:40 pm PST, Dec 13,
Pennell Whitney, Pennsylvania
# 57:
12:35 pm PST, Dec 13,
Eusebius Ballentine, Pennsylvania
I just don't believe this is necessary. If we are trying to work on forward thinking energy policy, connecting huge coal plants to cities is not the right move. Fact is, we need to develop more regional power generation that requires less transportation of the electricity, radiating less people and other life.
I just don't believe this is necessary. If we are trying to work on forward thinking energy policy, connecting huge coal plants to cities is not the right move. Fact is, we need to develop more regional power generation that requires less transportation of the electricity, radiating less people and other life.
# 56:
12:41 pm PST, Nov 20,
Desiree Diaz, Illinois
# 55:
9:25 am PST, Nov 6,
Anne Seidel, Germany
# 54:
12:18 am PDT, Oct 29,
Victoria Thomas, Wyoming
# 53:
1:46 pm PDT, Oct 26,
BigCatRescue Annie Joyce, Pennsylvania
It is completely irresponsible to endanger so many lives for such an unnecessary power line.
It is completely irresponsible to endanger so many lives for such an unnecessary power line.
This is corporate greed at it's finest, people matter, not profits!!!
# 52:
10:44 am PDT, Oct 9,
JOE TRIMBOLI, New York
THIS IS NOT GOOD. TOO MANY HEALTH RISKS AND LAND GRABS ARE BAD FOR US.
THIS IS NOT GOOD. TOO MANY HEALTH RISKS AND LAND GRABS ARE BAD FOR US.
LETS TRY SOLAR FIRST. ITS FREE AND WE CAN DUMP THE NEED FOR OIL AND WAR!
# 51:
3:56 am PDT, Oct 9,
Karen Gehris, Pennsylvania
What happened to waiting until you get home to check messages and look at your computer? We need to get back to some old ways and forget some of this unnecessary technology!
What happened to waiting until you get home to check messages and look at your computer? We need to get back to some old ways and forget some of this unnecessary technology!
I grew up in a neighborhood where several people died of cancer and the power lines were right behind our house. Did you ever hear them buzzing on a rainy day? It is so scarey. We can't let this happen! Did anyone ever see the movie Jacobs Harvest? The cows die because of the electic frequency and it is a true story. How many times do we need to be experimented on before they see the real picture?!!
