The New York State Public Service Commission has scheduled a virtual public statement hearing for December 3, 2025, to discuss an application submitted by PSEG Long Island LLC on behalf of the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA). The application seeks a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need under Article VII of the Public Service Law.
LIPA’s proposal involves constructing, operating, and maintaining the Syosset to Oakwood Project. This project would add a new underground electric transmission line approximately 2.8 miles long with a capacity of 138 kilovolts. The line would run mainly within roadway rights-of-way between LIPA’s existing tap in the Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County (Woodbury Tap), and its substation in the Town of Huntington, Suffolk County (Oakwood Substation). Additional work includes installing new riser and transmission poles at Woodbury Tap and building new facilities at Oakwood Substation north of the current location. Modifications are also planned for portions of existing Lines 138-675 and 138-676 between these points.
According to state law, the Commission can approve or reject LIPA’s plan entirely or partially or require changes. In making its decision, it will consider feedback from parties involved in the process as well as comments from members of the public.
A virtual hearing will take place before an Administrative Law Judge on Wednesday, December 3, at 5:00 p.m., accessible via meetny-gov.webex.com using access code 2823 581 5171 and password Dec3-5pm. Phone-only access is available by dialing 1-929-251-9612 with access code 2823 581 5171 and password 33230576.
Those wishing to speak during the hearing must register by Tuesday, December 2 at 3:00 p.m. Electronic registration can be completed by visiting https://dps.ny.gov/calendar and following instructions under “View DPS Calendar Listings” for this event. Phone registration is available for those unable to join online by calling 1-800-342-3330 and providing their name, address, and phone number.
Anyone interested may listen to the hearing without speaking by calling in with the provided information. All participants will be muted upon entry; those registered to speak will be called upon individually by the judge. Reasonable time limits may apply to ensure all voices are heard; longer statements should be summarized orally with full comments submitted in writing.
A verbatim transcript will be included in the case record. Accommodations are available for people with disabilities or language needs through contacts listed in the notice.
For individuals unable or preferring not to participate live, written comments referencing “Case 25-T-0241” may be submitted online at www.dps.ny.gov under “File Search,” or mailed to Hon. Michelle L. Phillips at Three Empire State Plaza in Albany before February 6, 2026; late submissions may not be considered by the Commission. Comments become part of the official record viewable on the Department’s website.
Additionally, comments can be left via a toll-free opinion line at any time by calling 1-800-335-2120; summaries are forwarded to commissioners but not transcribed verbatim.
“Under New York State Law, the Commission may adopt or reject LIPA’s proposal, in whole or part, or modify it. In doing so, the Commission will consider, among other things, comments from the participating parties and the public.”
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