Committee amends National Grid contract to address utility relocation for solar and EV charger project at MVP Arena

The committee approved an amendment to contract #2580 of 2024 with National Grid on March 21 to address an unforeseen underground utility conflict at the MVP Arena parking garage where rooftop solar panels and electric‑vehicle charging stations are planned.

Patrick Curran of the county executive’s office said the amendment is necessary because an underground sanitary/utility line was discovered and must be relocated to avoid delays to the solar and EV charger construction. Curran described the work as largely underground electrical and infrastructure relocation required for the project to proceed.

Committee members asked clarifying questions about the relationship between the sanitary line and the rooftop array; presenters described the issue as an underground utility matter and said relocation is required to avoid project delay. The committee moved, seconded and approved the contract amendment.

Staff indicated the amendment arose from unforeseen circumstances and that the county will proceed with the relocation work to keep the project on schedule.