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Missoula County votes to intervene in Northwestern Energy–Black Hills merger docket at Montana PSC

Missoula County Commissioners · November 13, 2025
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Summary

County staff recommended filing to intervene in the Northwestern Energy and Black Hills Corporation merger at the Montana Public Service Commission to preserve a 'seat at the table.' Commissioners approved retaining outside counsel to file the intervention for an estimated $2,250.

Spain Newman, speaking to the commissioners, urged the board to file intervention paperwork in the Montana Public Service Commission docket reviewing the proposed merger between Northwestern Energy and Black Hills Corporation. Newman said Missoula County represents more than 10% of Northwestern's Montana customers and that filing to…

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