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Council approves sale of 230 kV transmission line to Duke Energy; Duke pledges to work with developer on relocation
Summary
Ocala approved sale and transfer of a 230 kV transmission line segment to Duke Energy. A nearby developer warned relocation will be needed for planned housing projects; Duke's government-relations manager said the company has committed to working with the developer to relocate the line after the sale.
The Ocala City Council approved the sale of a 230 kV transmission-line segment (Seminole Silver Springs North to Shaw) to Duke Energy Florida on Oct. 21, a move staff said will provide Ocala Electric Utility with a second 230 kV connection at the Shaw substation to support growth and transmission reliability.
Electric Utility Director Doug Peebles summarized the long-running transaction and noted the city previously approved a memorandum of…
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