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Kasson City discusses utility territory acquisition and potential substation near Public Works

Kasson City Council · December 4, 2025
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City leaders discussed confidential negotiations with Peoples over utility service territory, noted Peoples CEO Mike Hinkie's upcoming retirement and an ExCel study that showed capacity to serve up to 27 MW; staff outlined a likely substation site near Public Works and said a closed session may be needed before finalizing terms.

City Administrator updated the council on negotiations to expand Kasson Public Utilities’ service territory and on studies for a local substation.

Administrator said the council's goal is for Kasson Public Utilities to serve all Kasson City residents and confirmed staff have been negotiating with Peoples; details of the negotiations were described as a trade secret and staff told council members that a closed session is likely at the next meeting so…

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