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Council debates Mountain Energy project and long‑term energy resiliency options
Summary
Councilmembers discussed the Mountain Energy project, concerns that electrification may not meet expectations, and whether to explore support for a pipeline as a longer‑term resilience measure; members suggested staff research, outreach to CML, and the possibility of a future work session before taking formal action.
Council members used Other Matters to raise concerns about the Mountain Energy project and the pace of electrification, and to consider whether the town should study pipeline alternatives for long‑term energy resiliency.
One council member argued that initial electrification efforts are not advancing as hoped and urged the council to evaluate “concrete numbers on what a pipeline costs,” saying a pipeline could be a longer‑term solution even if more expensive. "I would personally rather support something or advocate for something that is actually going to solve the problem long term then a stopgap solution that will make certain environmental aspects happy because it's a low natural gas solution," the councilor said, summarizing a preference for durable infrastructure over short‑term fixes.
Other members noted that the utility (Excel) and the Public Utilities Commission govern major choices and that Keystone’s role is limited; some urged outreach to the Colorado Municipal League (CML) for policy guidance and proposed staff provide information for a potential future work session. Council did not adopt a formal position but directed follow‑up research, with at least one member volunteering to coordinate with peers and policy contacts.
