PALO, Iowa — A plan that could pave the way for the Duane Arnold Energy Center to restart by 2029 is moving forward after the Linn County Board of Supervisors approved a rezoning request, prompting mixed reactions from residents in Palo.
The rezoning sets aside nearly 400 acres for energy development. In Palo, some residents see the move as an opportunity for jobs and investment, while others are raising concerns about safety and how additional development could change the community.
Palo Mayor Bryan Busch said support for the restart is strong. “There’s an awful lot of passion behind the Duane Arnold restart, which I think is fantastic. I know there’s a lot of support for that in the community of Palo,” Busch said…