Noblesville residents voice concerns over ongoing Duke Energy project [Video]

NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — Residents in Noblesville’s Wellington Northeast neighborhood say they are angry and frustrated over an ongoing project by Duke Energy.

“Sadness, disappointment,” said City Councilman Dave Johnson. “Certainly, some of it not suitable for television.”

“Anger,” said resident Thomas Rumler. “A lot of anger. Tears.”

Duke Energy is clearing land on the city’s south side to maintain and improve a major power line.

In a statement, the company confirmed “the line serves multiple substations and approximately 22,000 customers, including homes, health care facilities, businesses and schools.”

Crews starting removing trees this week.

“I’d hire them,” said longtime resident Kevin Riley. “They’re fast! That stack of trees? That’s probably the third or fourth of that size.”

Duke Energy has the right to the land, thanks to an old 50-foot easement on both sides of the power lines. They say this upcoming project is about …