Marshall Energy Center Construction Progresses Despite Winter Storm Delays

General Manager Jeff Bergstrom provides update on construction timeline and upcoming agreements

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Marshall Municipal Utilities General Manager Jeff Bergstrom recently provided an update on the progress of the Marshall Energy Center construction project. While a winter storm in January caused some delays, crews have since been able to start concrete work for the facility. Despite the setbacks, Bergstrom says the project remains on track to meet its December 1st deadline, thanks in part to quick action from the Marshall City Council and Board of Public Works to approve an interconnect agreement with Panhandle.

Why it matters

The Marshall Energy Center is a critical infrastructure project for the city, providing a new source of power generation. Completing the center on time is important for meeting the city's energy needs and avoiding potential disruptions. The project also involves coordination between multiple municipal entities, underscoring the complex nature of such large-scale developments.

The details

Bergstrom explained that the January winter storm delayed some parts of the construction process, but crews have since been able to start concrete work for the facility. To help keep the project on track, the Marshall City Council and Board of Public Works quickly approved an interconnect agreement with Panhandle. Additionally, the Board of Public Works plans to review a common facilities agreement with the Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission (MJMEUC) for the Marshall Energy Center during its next meeting on February 12th.

  • January's winter storm delayed parts of the construction process.
  • The project remains on track to meet its December 1st deadline.

The players

Jeff Bergstrom

The general manager of Marshall Municipal Utilities, overseeing the construction of the Marshall Energy Center.

Marshall City Council

The city council of Marshall, Missouri, which approved an interconnect agreement to help keep the energy center project on track.

Board of Public Works

The board that oversees public utilities in Marshall, including reviewing agreements related to the Marshall Energy Center construction.

Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission (MJMEUC)

The commission that will be reviewing a common facilities agreement with the Board of Public Works for the Marshall Energy Center project.

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What they’re saying

“Even despite some delays, Bergstrom says the project is remaining on track to meet its December 1st deadline thanks to quick action from the Marshall City Council and Board of Public Works to approve an interconnect agreement with Panhandle.”

— Jeff Bergstrom, General Manager, Marshall Municipal Utilities

What’s next

The Board of Public Works plans to review a common facilities agreement with the Missouri Joint Municipal Electric Utility Commission (MJMEUC) for the Marshall Energy Center during its next meeting on Thursday, February 12th.

The takeaway

The Marshall Energy Center is a crucial project for the city, and despite some weather-related delays, the municipal leadership has taken proactive steps to keep the construction on schedule. Coordinating agreements between various stakeholders will be key to ensuring the successful completion of this important energy infrastructure development.