Electrical undergrounding continues

Sidney Electric Department's undergrounding efforts continue.

The process of placing power cables underground is being done through both contracted and city services.

"We used to contract for it when we'd do the underground and service lines, and then go to the individual houses," Ed Sadler, city manager, said. "We now have our own electrician that does it for us, so we can do it all year round for the most part."

The effort protects the lines from natural forces as varied as weather and squirrels.

"You don't have as much wear and tear," Sadler said. "Believe it or not, the sun is one of the b...