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Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Approves Fiber Optic Cable Installation and Closes Case

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The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has approved the installation of a fiber optic cable at a crossing where Leesport Avenue intersects the Norfolk Southern Railway track in Ontelaunee Township, Berks County. Level 3 Communications, Inc. notified the Commission that the alteration of the crossing has been completed, and the Commission has issued a Secretarial Letter closing the case. The Commission's approval was granted via a letter dated June 22, 2020, which addressed the application, allocation of costs, and assignment of maintenance responsibilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved the installation of a fiber optic cable at a crossing in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
  • Level 3 Communications, Inc. has completed the alteration of the crossing, as notified to the Commission.
  • The Commission issued a Secretarial Letter closing the case, citing Section 2702 of the Public Utility Code.
  • The Commission will only accept E-filings during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency, and parties must open and use E-filing accounts to file documents and accept service.
  • Parties dissatisfied with the Commission's decision may file a Petition for Reconsideration within 20 days of the date of this letter, including a written statement, case docket number, and Certificate of Service.
  • The petition must also include a Verification with original signature.

Statistics:

  • The fiber optic cable was installed at the crossing where Leesport Avenue intersects the Norfolk Southern Railway track in Ontelaunee Township, Berks County.
  • The alteration of the crossing was completed by Level 3 Communications, Inc.
  • The Commission's approval was granted via a letter dated June 22, 2020.
  • The Commission will only accept E-filings during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency.
  • Parties have 20 days to file a Petition for Reconsideration.

Sources:

  • COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION COMMONWEALTH KEYSTONE BUILDING 400 NORTH STREET HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA 17120
  • Secretarial Letter dated April 5, 2021, referencing letter dated June 22, 2020
  • 52 Pa. Code SSSS 1.31 and 5.44, regarding Petition for Reconsideration from Staff Action (Petition).

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