Temecula Mayor Slams SDG&E’s Powerlink Open House | Venice Beach News

Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 2m

Temecula Mayor Jessica Alexander slammed San Diego Gas & Electric for staging a hollow, checkbox-style open house on the Golden Pacific Powerlink project — a high-voltage transmission line route through southern Riverside County that’s sparking fierce local opposition. Residents fear heightened fire risks, damage to rural landscapes, and health impacts, while critics call the utility’s engagement “perfunctory” as SDG&E pushes forward with plans approved by the California Public Utilities Commission. Though SDG&E insists they’re committed to listening and transparency, community groups like…