Sen. Michael J. Barrett, D-Lexington, opened the hearing by remarking on the lack of transparency in the natural gas utility industry compared to other infrastructure industries the legislature has dealt with.
The hazy nature of the notice coupled with the confidentiality agreement may evidence Kinder Morgan’s wish to delay, as long as possible, the public outcry that previously helped sink the NED project.
In his letter to the editor Jim Edelman of Monterey writes: “To witness Andrea Harrington going negative this late in the race is a disservice to everyone, including herself.”
If Kinder Morgan had taken a close look at the Commonwealth before launching NED, the company would have seen that Massachusetts has cut energy demand so dramatically that it has little need for more natural gas.
The survey focuses on what brings young adults to the region and what drives them away, what young adults value, and what can be done to make the Berkshires more attractive.
“We have been working nonstop at the scene throughout the night, and have made very good progress in restoring service for our customers."
-- Verizon spokesperson Phil Santoro
