Town Council Members Want More Information on Generating Station

Members of the Braintree Town Council would like more information on a $95 million loan for Braintree Electric Light Department to build a new generating station.

The Patriot Ledger reports that the 64-megawatt generating station would replace the Potter 2 station in 2019 and would be located off Quincy Avenue.

Members of the council have not necessarily been receptive to the proposal. Councilor Dan Clifford said he has been troubled by the process while Councilor Shannon Hume said she was unsure of the reason for a new plant.

Light board Vice Chairman Anthony Agnitti apologized for the lack of communication, promising to work with the board in the future.

The council will vote on the loan request at a special Sept. 22 meeting.