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Commission approves utility easement and ARW permits for Rough Rider Electric

Billings County Commission · February 6, 2026
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Summary

The commission approved two auto-approved load-pass permits and an easement allowing Rough Rider Electric to move certain overhead lines underground to the county shops; motions passed by voice vote.

Commissioners approved two load-pass (ARW) permits and a related easement authorizing Rough Rider Electric to move overhead lines underground to county shop facilities. Road and engineering staff described the underground routing and where the main tie-in will occur near county properties.

A motion to approve ARW permits passed on a voice vote. Commissioners then approved a separate motion to grant an easement to Rough Rider Electric for the infrastructure work; Chair indicated the document will be signed and recorded.

Next steps: county staff will finalize easement paperwork and coordinate signatures.