Stop MPRP, Inc.

Our Mission & Vision

At Stop Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (Stop MPRP), our vision is to safeguard Maryland’s families, farms, and private lands from the intrusion of 500 kV transmission lines.

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Our mission is clear: to protect and preserve Maryland’s unique landscapes and private properties by actively opposing the installation of high-voltage power lines on privately owned land. Through community engagement, education, and advocacy, we aim to uphold property rights, safeguard our farmlands, and promote environmentally responsible energy solutions that respect our landowners and our communities' well-being.

Together, we stand committed to ensuring a future where progress and preservation go hand in hand.

About Stop MPRP, Inc.

About

Stop MPRP, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded

for the purpose of advocating for the residents,

landowners, farmers, and local businesses across

Baltimore, Carroll, and Frederick counties in

Maryland.

Stop MPRP, Inc. is a 501(c)4 membership

organization working to stop the Maryland

Piedmont Reliability Project which poses a threat

by proposing the installation of high transmission

power lines on private land throughout these three

counties.

Our Mission

At Stop MPRP, Inc., our mission is to protect

and preserve the natural beauty and private

lands in Maryland. We are dedicated to

opposing the Maryland Piedmont Reliability

Project (MPRP) and preventing the installation

of high voltage power lines across privately

owned land. Through community engagement,

education, and advocacy, we strive to uphold

property rights, protect our farmland,

safeguard our environment, and promote

energy solutions that respect both our

landowners and the well-being of our

communities. Together, we stand committed to

ensuring a future where progress and

preservation go hand in hand.

Board Members

We have organized the Stop MPRP, Inc. board to have equal representation from

each county. Our board members are:

• Steven M. Bright, Esq. (Frederick County)

• Jim Earlbeck (Baltimore County)

• Mark Faris (Frederick County)

• Joanne M. Frederick (Baltimore County)

• Adam Frey (Frederick County)

• Mark Gregory (Baltimore County)

• Charlotte Hetterick (Carroll County)

• Heidi Lippy Sprinkle (Carroll County)