Local Activists Rally Against Proposed Power Lines in Charles Town
Activist group pushes back on power line plan as power for Loudoun County data centers estimated at $440 million for West Virginia ratepayers
The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, June 11, 2025
An activist group in Jefferson County is raising concerns about two proposed power transmission line projects, fearing they could negatively impact property values and lead to home seizures through eminent domain. Organizers like Mary Gee emphasize the risks these projects pose to the housing market, making neighborhoods in locations such as Charles Town less attractive to prospective buyers. The group has garnered support from local officials, successfully prompting the Jefferson County Commission and Charles Town City Council to issue formal opposition letters against the projects, as reported by The Spirit of Jefferson.