Utility Holds Phone Call With Tribes on Dam History
Published Date: 5/20/2026
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The Empire District Electric Company is holding a special phone meeting on June 2, 2026, to talk with tribal leaders and historic preservation experts about the Ozark Beach Hydroelectric Project. This meeting focuses on protecting Native American cultural sites and historic places near the project. Tribal reps will share sensitive info privately, and a public summary will be shared later—so everyone stays informed without risking important sites.
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