Westminster’s current substations are at maximum capacity, causing disruptions in new development, according to Xcel Energy.
Representatives from the energy company met with the Westminster City Council Monday evening to discuss planning for the future of Westminster electricity and ongoing development, with new projects set to increase the city’s electricity capacity.
“Our challenges of catching up to and staying ahead of growth require massive investments,” Tyler Bryant, Xcel area manager for West Metro Denver, told the council. “To keep customer bills affordable, we must carefully prioritize projects and spend our dollars wisely.”…