Port of Argentia and Town of Placentia Disagree on Cooper Cove Dock Extension Funding After Project Cancellation

The Port of Argentia and Town of Placentia are in conflict over the Cooper Cove dock extension following the cancellation of Pattern Energy's hydrogen project. The port is seeking tax relief from the town to address a $30 million shortfall, but Mayor Jamie Neville argues that this will not be sufficient. He asserts that the onus is on the province and private investors, while port CEO Scott Penney seeks a 'fairer' tax arrangement and disagrees with raising taxes.

Published Mar 28, 2026

The Port of Argentia and Town of Placentia are in disagreement regarding the path forward for the Cooper Cove dock extension after Pattern Energy canceled its $30 million hydrogen project. The port is requesting tax relief from the town, but Mayor Jamie Neville claims this will not cover the financial gap and emphasizes the need for support from the province and private investors.

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At a public meeting, Neville defended the town's stance, stating that other investors could potentially provide funding, which the port has been reluctant to accept. Port CEO Scott Penney is advocating for a more equitable tax arrangement and disputes the mayor's suggestion of raising taxes, proposing adjustments that could facilitate the advancement of an $85 million project.