Vermont Public Utility Commission Issues Certificate of Public Good for AT&T Mobility

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The Vermont Public Utility Commission has approved the installation of wireless telecommunications equipment by AT&T Mobility at 1025 Stone Road in Williamstown, Vermont, despite concerns and potential risks associated with the project. The Commission has issued a Certificate of Public Good, but with several conditions to ensure the project aligns with the general good of the State.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Vermont Public Utility Commission has granted a certificate of public good to AT&T Mobility for the installation of wireless telecommunications equipment at 1025 Stone Road in Williamstown, Vermont.
  • The Commission has imposed four conditions on the project, including compliance with approved plans, adherence to applicable statutory requirements, payment of related invoices, and prior approval for any project transfers.
  • The certificate of public good was issued on December 23, 2021, pursuant to 30 V.S.A. § 248a.
  • New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, d/b/a AT&T Mobility, is the CPG Holder of the project.
  • The Commission has reserved the right to assess penalties for material deviations or substantial changes to the approved plans without prior approval.

Statistics:

  • Certificate of public good issued: 1
  • Number of conditions imposed by the Commission: 4
  • Date of certificate issuance: December 23, 2021
  • Location of the project: 1025 Stone Road, Williamstown, Vermont
  • Authorized entity: AT&T Mobility

Sources:

  • STATE OF VERMONT PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION Case No. 21-4768-PET (12/23/2021)