Tell the Michigan Public Service Commission to evaluate Line 5

Enbridge is asking the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to issue a declaratory ruling that their risky tunnel project under the Straits of Mackinac doesn't need oversight by the MPSC. The MPSC is taking public comments on whether or not they should evaluate the tunnel project.

We need to make our voices heard, and tell the MPSC to take a close look at Enbridge's tunnel project.

Subject: RE: Case U-20763 -- please deny Enbridge's request for a declaratory ruling

Your Letter:

RE: Case U-20763

Dear MPSC Commissioners,

I respectfully ask that you reject Enbridge Energy's request for a declaratory ruling by the Michigan Public Service Commision that MPSC approval is not needed for their oil tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac. The scope of this project, and the possibilities for prudent and feasible alternatives demonstrate the need for MPSC oversight of the Enbridge oil tunnel project.

The original 1953 easement granted to Lakehead Pipeline Co., Enbridge's predecessor, was for two pipelines on the lakebed and not a tunnel under the Straits. The significance of the differences between the proposed tunnel and the existing pipelines warrants considering this as a new project despite Enbridge's assertions that it is not. These differences warrant MPSC oversight to protect Michiganders. Construction of this tunnel is not simply maintenance. The MPSC should evaluate the case closely and provide substantial opportunities for public engagement and comments as well as a contested case process.

I ask that you protect Michiganders and deny this request for a declaratory ruling and give us the chance to engage and be heard in this process before making your determinations.

Respectfully,

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