ALBERT LEA, Minn. (KTTC) – New solar panels will be installed on City Hall in Albert Lea starting Tuesday.
Crews will have equipment and materials in the parking area in front of the old fire station doors on Fountain Street.
The city expects the installation to take 7 to 10 days.
The City of Albert Lea is advising the public to use caution when entering City Hall. The Public Library will remain accessible throughout the project.
On Thursday, May 28, a crane will be on-site to lift equipment to the roof. Crews will also park a scissor lift at the front of the building, which will block the left-hand entrance door for the duration of the installation project.
The city received a grant from the Minnesota Department of Commerce “Solar on Public Buildings Program” to install solar power arrays on four city-owned facilities:
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