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The Congressional squabble continues amid a dismal job outlook for Minnesota. Though the <br />state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 8.6% in June from a record 9.9% in May, it <br />was still double that of what was observed in the months leading up to March. <br />Municipalities and utility co-operatives, which only charge enough to break even, could <br />themselves struggle to purchase power if enough of their customers can't afford to pay their bills. <br />In southeast Minnesota, where the city of Caledonia has resumed the ability to disconnect <br />customers, city administrator Adam Swann said the predicament has no easy answers. <br />"It’s safe to say that we think the extra $600 has helped keep the utility accounts current. We do <br />anticipate that as unemployment benefits run out, both at the state and federal level, that we are <br />likely to see delinquent accounts increase," he said. <br />93 <br /> <br />