Decommissioning options for Drake Power Plant

Last year the Utilities Board set a decommissioning date for the Martin Drake Power Plant no later than 2035. As leadership changed in the last election, the discussion to accelerate this date has evolved.

We are currently evaluating a number of earlier decommissioning options for the plant. Throughout the year, we will present retirement scenarios to the Utilities Board, with final selections presented in December for evaluation. These scenarios will take into consideration items like rate impacts, utility uses for the site and downtown revitalization plans.

Determining an earlier decom missioning date for the plant is just the beginning as this resource will need to be replaced. We want to hear what our customers think about decommissioning the plant. Attend a Utilities Board meeting, call us and follow us Facebook and Twitter  for the latest news.

We're beginning the first phase of improvements to our propane air plant, deferring about $10 million in construction costs to build a new plant.

Expect increased traffic and noise along Marksheffel and the surrounding roads, as well as flaring from the site, which is a monitored activity that's used to safely remove excess propane vapor.

Completion of phase one is expected by December 2017, while phase two will likely begin in spring. Learn more about our efforts to save money and improve safety at csu.org.