May 19, 2009 (Claremore Daily Progress - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) — County commissioners heard presentations on solar energy and cable safety, and asked Assistant District Attorney Barry Farbro to explore legal options for indigent burial at Monday’s board meeting.

John Miggins of Standard Renewable Energy talked to commissioners about the possibility of supplementing county power needs with solar energy. Miggins said the courthouse roof is a good site for installing solar panels. He said there is also a possibility of installing panels at the jail.

“You buy a lot of power,” said Miggins. He said the county gets a “good deal” on power purchased through Claremore Electric. The city has a 25-year contract with GRDA to supply Claremore Electric’s power.

Solar power would supplement, not replace, electric purchased through the city. The investment comes up front in the purchase of the equipment, then the power generated is free.

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