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Upcoming Deadlines and Meeting Details
The stages for application through approval of new high-power transmission lines are held to strict guidelines, especially those for allowing community involvement, and we will post all relevant deadlines and meeting details here.
Prehearing Conference and Intervenor Workshop - April 14, 2026 - 10:00a
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
10a begins the prehearing conference for the Oncor & LCRA TSC Bell County East to Big Hill (Docket Control #59475) routing application intervention via Zoom, which we will stream. Instructions included, in case you are unable to join us.
- This is a Zoom call only.
- To join by computer/smart device, go to https://soah-texas.zoomgov.com and enter the following:
- Meeting ID: 161 003 7736
- Passcode: PUC6349
- Telephone instructions can be found in the link above.
- The purpose of this hearing is primarily to discuss any pending motions filed by 4/13/26, the procedural schedule, and procedures to be followed before and during the hearing
Afterwards, we will have a PUBLIC community meeting where we will provide general information about the PUC process, help community members understand how to participate, and share resources and next steps.
The deadline to file a motion to intervene in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is 4/27/26 at 5pm. Click here for more information.
Burnet County Republican Club Meeting - April 14, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
The Burnet County Republican Club meeting will be held at the AgriLife Building, 607 N. Vandeveer in Burnet. They will have a light supper at 5:30 and the meeting will be called to order at 6.
Meeting Description:
"You’ve probably heard about the proposed 765,000 Volt transmission line. As Republicans, we care about property values and rights, free enterprise, the economy, and of course, our health. This line will affect all of us in many ways. Speaker Damon Beierle, President of the Highland Lakes 391 Commission, will share with us some of what he’s learned in the past months about the far-reaching effects of the line on those of us who live in Burnet County.
We’re counting on you to spread the word about the meeting!"
765kV Town Hall - April 16, 2026 - 5:00pm
Fort McKavett Volunteer Fire Station - 6300 FM Rd 864, Fort McKavett, TX 76841
PUBLIC community introduction to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV project planned by Oncor & LCRA, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved. Multiple speakers will be participating including expert witnesses and community advocates.
The deadline to file a motion to intervene in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is 4/27/26 at 5pm. Click here for more information.
Intervenor Workshop - April 19, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
This is a PUBLIC community meeting where we will provide general information about the PUC process, help community members understand how to participate, and share resources and next steps.
The deadline to file a motion to intervene in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is 4/27/26 at 5pm. Click here for more information.
Intervenor Workshop - April 25, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
TBD - Address TBD
This is a PUBLIC community meeting where we will provide general information about the PUC process, help community members understand how to participate, and share resources and next steps.
The deadline to file a motion to intervene in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is 4/27/26 at 5pm. Click here for more information.
DEADLINE to file motion to intervene - April 27, 2026 - 5:00p
To be included as a party and official intervenor in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application by Oncor and LCRA TSC (subject to the decision of the ALJ), you must file a motion to intervene in the case to the PUC Interchange Filer Control # 59457 by 5:00pm on 4/27/26.
Past Deadlines and Meetings
Intervenor Workshop - April 12, 2026 - 3:00pm
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
This is a PUBLIC community meeting where we will provide general information about the PUC process, help community members understand how to participate, and share resources and next steps.
The deadline to file a motion to intervene in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is 4/27/26 at 5pm. Click here for more information.
Intervenor Workshop - April 8, 2026 - 5:00pm
Lake Victor Community Center - 200 Lake Ave, Lampasas, TX 76550
This is a PUBLIC community meeting where we will provide general information about the PUC process, help community members understand how to participate, and share resources and next steps.
The deadline to file a motion to intervene in the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is 4/27/26 at 5pm. Click here for more information.
Marble Falls Overwatch - April 7, 2026 - 6:00pm
Lake Shores Church - 700 US-281, Marble Falls, TX 78654
Marble Falls Overwatch carries forward a heartfelt purpose: bringing neighbors together to look out for one another.
We welcome anyone who wants to be ready for whatever life throws our way. This is a community-driven effort focused on starting and strengthening neighborhood watches, sharing practical knowledge, and supporting each other, so we’re all better prepared when emergencies—big or small—come knocking.
4/7/26 will be a focused presentation and discussion about the 765kV lines proposed for Burnet County.
Irion County 765 Town Hall - March 25, 2026 - 5:15pm
Mertzon Community Center - 112 W Duncan Ave, Mertzon, TX 76941
The Hill Country Land & Legacy Alliance and the Edwards Plateau Alliance will be hosted by the Irion County Republican Party to present a PUBLIC town hall to discuss the Big Hill to Sand Lake 765kV project as applied for by Oncor & LCRA, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved.
Commissioners Court - March 24, 2026 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Community Meeting & Group Update - March 22, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
3p-4p: PUBLIC community introduction to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV project planned by Oncor & LCRA across Burnet County, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved.
4p-5p: Hill Country Land & Legacy Foundation group updates; agenda will be sent via email blast prior to meeting.
Commissioners Court - March 10, 2026 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Community Meeting & Group Update - March 7, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
3p-4p: PUBLIC community introduction to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV project planned by Oncor & LCRA across Burnet County, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved.
4p-5p: Hill Country Land & Legacy Foundation group updates; agenda will be sent via email blast prior to meeting.
Commissioners Court - February 24, 2026 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Community Meeting & Intervenor Workshop - February 22, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Lake Victor Community Center - 200 Lake Ave, Lampasas, TX 76550
3p-4p: PUBLIC community introduction to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV project planned by Oncor & LCRA across Burnet County, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved.
4p-5p: After our group updates, we will also collectively fill out intervenor application forms. We will provide extra forms, envelopes, and stamps, as well as helpful information. While we are not lawyers, we will provide you with the research showing required application components, as well as any information gathered from previously submitted intervenor forms. Our goal is to give you the information needed to file your form correctly and within the legally required deadline to be accepted as an intervenor.
Commissioners Court - February 10, 2026 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Community Meeting & Group Update - February 7, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
3p-4p: PUBLIC community introduction to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV project planned by Oncor & LCRA across Burnet County, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved.
4p-5p: Hill Country Land & Legacy Foundation group updates; agenda will be sent via email blast prior to meeting.
Commissioners Court - January 27, 2026 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Community Meeting & Group Update - January 18, 2026 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
3p-4p: PUBLIC community introduction to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV project planned by Oncor & LCRA across Burnet County, to include background, project details, concerns, timeline, and how to get involved.
4p-5p: Hill Country Land & Legacy Foundation group updates; agenda will be sent via email blast prior to meeting.
Commissioners Court Community Meeting- January 16, 2026 - 9:00am
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office - Burnet County - 607 N Vanderveer St, Burnet, TX 78611
This is a workshop to discuss the Bell County Easy to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Line. The workshop will include discussion on county authority, PUCT intervention, the role of TCEQ, and action items for the County and for citizens.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Commissioners Court - January 13, 2026 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Protest (by i1 segment) - January 10, 2026 - 10:00a-12:00p
281 and 29 - Meet on street behind Walgreens and McDonalds
This will be a peaceful protest, organized by the i1 segment, to bring awareness to the Central Texas residents. Many residents are still not aware of the project that has the potential to run through their land, and the hope is to use our collective voices as a means to bring awareness and fight this project that will destroy much of the beautiful Hill Country.
Group Meeting - December 28, 2025 - 3:00pm - 5:00p
Burnet Starbucks - 204 N Water St, Burnet, TX 78611
This will be a very light touch base for the group, to allow for people to spend as much time with their families as possible for the holidays. The group leaders will be available for questions or discussions, but there will be no formal agenda.
Commissioners Court - December 23, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Commissioners Court - December 9, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Commissioners Court - November 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Meeting - November 16, 2025 - 4:00pm
Lake Victory Community Center - 200 Lake Ave, Lampasas, TX 76550
At this meeting, we will discuss updates from our efforts. Please sign up to receive our e-mails, and/or join our private Facebook group for updates on the date, time, and location for this meeting.
Commissioners Court - November 13, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet County AgriLife Extension Building - 607 N Vanderveer, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Lone Star Land Protection Due Diligence Information Session - November 2, 2025 - 4:00pm
Location TBD - TBD
This is a G6 and allied lines meeting only. Ryan Hopkins with Lone Star Land Protection has offered to do a presentation covering the basics of what due diligence potential intervenors can be working on right now, and the importance of each detail. This meeting is especially important for anyone interested in being a potential intervenor. Please sign up to receive our e-mails, and/or join our private Facebook group for updates on the location for this meeting.
Commissioners Court - October 28, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here when posted), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
PUC Workshop - October 21, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet Community Center - 401 E Jackson St, Burnet, TX 78611
This is a Public Utility Commission (PUC) Workshop concerning the 765kV transmission lines. A representative from the PUC is expected to offer a presentation and answer questions from the public. Plans are for it to stream live on the Burnet County Government YouTube channel.
Commissioners Court - October 14, 2025 - 9:00am
Burnet Courthouse - 220 S Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007, the Commissioners Court allows any person to make comment on any item appearing on the agenda (can be found here), however in the section of Public Comment any person may make comment on items not posted on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Protest - October 11, 2025 - 9:00a-11:00a
City of Burnet - Corner of Hwy 281 & 29
This will be a peaceful protest to bring awareness to the citizens of Burnet and the surrounding areas. Many residents are still not aware of the project that has the potential to run through their land, and the hope is to use our collective voices as a means to bring awareness and fight this project that will destroy much of the beautiful Hill Country.