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The City of Elgin, Nebraska, has approved a natural gas franchise for Black Hills Nebraska Gas, LLC, permitting the company to construct and maintain a gas distribution system in public areas. The ordinance mandates that Black Hills Energy ensure minimal disruption during construction and respond promptly to emergencies, while also requiring the company to relocate facilities at its own expense if the city modifies public infrastructure. This ordinance was enacted on January 5, 2026.