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County staff begin joint‑development talks with Xcel on proposed solar project, seek municipal input

St. Croix County Community Development Committee · March 21, 2025
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St. Croix County staff summarized early discussions with Xcel Energy on a proposed solar project, including potential joint‑development agreement terms (decommissioning assurance, emergency responder training, vegetation plans) and plans for a joint municipal meeting before a Public Service Commission filing.

County staff briefed the committee on ongoing early negotiations with Xcel Energy about a proposed utility‑scale solar project in the county and outlined next steps to gather municipal input and shape a joint development agreement (JDA).

Staff said Xcel has discussed decommissioning financial assurance, emergency responder training, temporary and long‑term access, and habitat/vegetation management under the arrays (staff noted Excel estimated panels are…

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