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Kendall County approves consultant to review utility-scale battery projects after split vote
Summary
After a lengthy debate about vetting and procurement, Kendall County Commissioners approved a contract to hire a technical consultant to advise the fire marshal on utility-scale battery energy storage systems, 3–2. Opponents sought an RFQ and a live interview; supporters cited the consultant’s NFPA work and prior county referrals.
The Kendall County Commissioners Court voted 3–2 on Dec. 9 to contract with Colombia Power Systems, Inc. for technical consulting services to assist the county fire marshal in reviewing applications and equipment for utility-grade battery energy storage systems. The contract ceiling was set at $50,000.
The item, presented by Commissioner McCall, would bring on Dr. Robert Steele (identified in the backup as the consultant) to review county regulations, advise on application procedures and assist the fire…
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