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Stephenson County seeks solar proposals for jail site to reduce electrical costs

3749797 · June 10, 2025
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The county authorized a request for proposals to install solar panels on the east end of the jail property; the sheriff is supportive and the county expects no upfront cost in many proposals, with possible lease payments or discounts on generated power.

Stephenson County authorized staff to solicit proposals from solar companies to install panels on the east side of the county jail property, aiming to reduce the facility's electrical expenses.

A board member said he had asked the sheriff about the idea and that the sheriff "is open to that." Georgia (staff) prepared a request for proposals to…

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