# Marathon County Executive Committee Meeting Pt.1 - 9/17/26

The Marathon County Executive Committee meeting on September 17, 2026, focused heavily on the proposed Hub City wind energy project and the county's potential responses. Public comments overwhelmingly expressed concerns about the joint development agreement (JDA) with Alliant Energy, urging the committee to consider alternatives such as intervention in the Public Service Commission (PSC) process or moratoriums. The committee discussed the pros and cons of negotiating a JDA, intervening in the PSC proceedings, and other legal and financial implications, including estimated costs ranging from $20,000 for negotiations to up to $200,000 for intervention. A motion was passed to request Alliant Energy to respond to community concerns and to involve affected townships in reviewing any proposal, without obligating the county to enter negotiations. Additionally, the meeting included updates on broadband infrastructure projects, specifically the Bug Tussle conduit financing and related funding challenges, with potential litigation discussed in closed session. No final procurement contracts were awarded, but significant policy and negotiation strategy decisions were made regarding energy project development and county engagement.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [Marathon County Executive Committee Meeting Pt.1 - 9/17/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cM06GyeKcU) - Marathon County Board Meetings