State Rep. Barhorst Sends Opposition Letter for Grid Growth Ventures Project

State Representative Tim Barhorst (R-Ft. Loramie) today sent a letter to the Ohio Power Siting Board expressing his opposition to the proposed Grid Growth Ventures 765-kilovolt transmission project being routed through Shelby County.

“It is my job to represent my district and listen to my constituents' thoughts and concerns,” said Barhorst. “Therefore, I strongly oppose this project for the numerous potential impacts it would have on Champaign and Shelby Counties.”

Representative Barhorst encourages constituents in his district to attend the upcoming local public commentary forums to discuss the project and make their voices heard. Details are as follows:

Champaign County
Wednesday, September 23, 4:00-7:30 PM
Champaign County Fairgrounds Activities Building: 384 Park Avenue, Urbana, OH 43078

Shelby County
Thursday, October 1, 4:00-7:30 PM
Sidney-Shelby YMCA Schauer Gym: 300 E Parkwood Street, Sidney, OH 45365

Rep. Barhorst’s will continue to support the residents of Champaign and Shelby counties. If you have any thoughts or ideas about legislation for the Representative to consider, please reach out to rep85@ohiohouse.gov or call the office at 614-466-1507.