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Through Bright Future St. Charles, Tri-Cities Clean Energy, and the city of St. Charles, I was able to spend much of late 2024 to mid 2025 working with the city and citizens to push for a more educated and secure decision on the next energy contract decision. Linked are articles and citations from my time with the city.
Articles
David Petesche
"St. Charles residents continue to voice concerns over power contract
Coal reliance, sustainability and cost among greatest concerns"
Aurora Beacon-News on St. Charles' contract decision as of August 13, 2025.
Molly Morrow
David Petesche
"St. Charles residents continue to speak out against extending the city's contract with Illinois Municipal Electric Agency, which relies heavily on the coal-burning Prairie State plant in southern Illinois."
Lauren Voigt and Ella Flores-Brosnan
"Senior Charlotte Schumaier speaks at city hall on March 24 amidst the IMEA controversy. Photo courtesy of Charlotte Schumaier."
Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA)
"To research these issues and examine the pros and cons of either resigning a power supply contract with IMEA or utilizing potential alternative sources, Mayor Clint Hull formed a special IMEA Working Group. The group included City Council members, City staff, and community stakeholders, and was fomed to provide City Council with information to help them make an informed decision."