Rochester City Council

Lower than expected wholesale power costs are allowing Rochester Public Utilities to reduce its planned electric rate increase for next year.

Council members approved the measure on a unanimous vote Monday night.

The ruling stems from a now dismissed lawsuit challenging her loss in last fall's election.

The Rochester City Council is expected to vote Monday on a plan to relocate the project from what was supposed to be its permanent location.

RPU Board members approved a resolution affirming the commitment Tuesday.

Council members voted to set the maximum tax levy increase on Monday.

The city blames regulatory permitting delays.

Staff will present the elected leaders with the recommendation during a study session.

Rising costs have pushed the project’s cost to nearly $197 million, which is about $24 million over the initial $173 million budget.

The Rochester City Council and Destination Medical Center Corporation Board (DMC) approved the plans to adjust the space earlier this year.