Town Meeting Day: McNeil Resolution
Resolution on the Review of McNeil Generating Station Shall the following resolution be adopted? Whereas the McNeil Generating Station has operated for more than 40 years without a comprehensive review of its financial performance, greenhouse gas emissions, and its impact on Vermont’s goodwill and reputation; Therefore, be it resolved that it is the sense of the 2025 Town Meeting that a thorough investigation of McNeil’s finances—spanning its entire operational history—be conducted by the Vermont Public Utility Commission (PUC). This review should include A history of cashflows, An evaluation of biomass and other fuel flows, An assessment of air emissions and their environmental impact, and An analysis of the risks associated with the plant’s future operation, applying prudent anticipation of future environmental regulation . Be it further resolved , that the Selectboard is advised to formally request such an investigation through filings before the Vermont Public Utility Commission ...