Committee approves land lease for 30-acre solar array after debate over wellhead risks
Jan 14, 2026
The Finance & Property Committee approved a land lease and solar easement with Great Lakes Distributed Energy LLC for 30 acres of city-owned land after a lengthy debate over wellhead protection, lease length and long-term control; the item will go to the Common Council for final consideration.
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The Finance & Property Committee voted to approve a land lease and solar easement with Great Lakes Distributed Energy LLC for placement of solar facilities on roughly 30 acres of city-owned land, a decision reached after extended discussion about wellhead protection, lease terms and community opposition.
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