Superior Votes on Water Utility Takeover | Duluth News

Superior’s city council just voted 8-1 to put a controversial ballot question on the April election — asking voters if they support potentially taking over the local water and power utility. While officials say the move could eventually lead to lower rates, the proposed takeover could cost nearly $300 million, according to the current utility company. The vote isn’t a final buy — it’s a first step to trigger a state valuation, but critics say the wording is confusing and legally shaky. The utility company has called the plan “potentially confusing” and even sent a letter demanding clearer language. With changes still possible before April, Mayor Paine promises community meetings to answer questions — but for now, residents are being asked to decide whether they want their city to own its utilities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b82aeb93323ef087