NPPD, Forbes and WSP brief commissioners on R-Line; preliminary injunction limits some work in Thomas County
Aug 4, 2026
Paul Brune of NPPD and contractors from Forbes Construction and WSP updated the Thomas County Board of Commissioners on the R-Line transmission project and described how a preliminary injunction constrains on-the-ground activities in Thomas County, while they coordinate with local fire departments and landowners on easements.
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Paul Brune, a representative of the Nebraska Public Power District, told the Thomas County Board of Commissioners on Aug. 4 that the R-Line transmission project is proceeding with restrictions in Thomas County because of a preliminary injunction. Board minutes state the update included representatives from Forbes Construction and WSP and focused on which activities are allowed under the injunction.
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