The Tri-County AEP Relicensing Committee
122 East Main Street, Suite 201
Bedford, Virginia 24523

What's at Stake with Relicensing …

As Appalachian Power submits it License Proposal to operate the Smith Mountain Project (the two dams, Smith Mountain Lake, and Leesville Lake), we seek to protect water quality and water levels; slow the rate of sediment deposition and shoreline erosion; better manage the removal and disposal of floating debris; improve lake safety; bring our navigation system into compliance; enhance access and recreational opportunities; enhance fisheries; control invasive aquatic vegetation; preserve key scenic attributes; and balance the cost of project stewardship fairly between citizens and the project's owner and operator, Appalachian Power (APCo).

How You Can Help …

• Become informed of the issues … Visit www.smithmtn.com and review study results and the Preliminary License Proposal and stakeholder comments. Visit www.ferc.gov to review formal filings.
• Discuss relicensing issues with friends and within the community
• Get involved in one of the many community support organizations …

  • Smith Mountain Lake Association
  • Leesville Lake Association
  • Association of Lake Area Communities
  • Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce
  • Your Homeowners Association

  • Consider filing comments with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission supporting TCRC's position/filing on APCo's Preliminary License Proposal prior to 31 January 2008.

Mail your letter to:

Ms. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
888 First Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20426