In preparation for its upcoming merger with Great Plains Energy, Westar Energy amended its credit facilities. Wells Fargo served as administrative agent.

The company amended a $270 million revolving credit facility dated February 18, 2011, and a $730 million revolving credit facility dated September 29, 2011.

Among other changes, the amendment to the $270 million revolving credit facility extended the maturity of the facility by one year. As amended, the $270 million facility matures on February 18, 2018 and, so long as there is no default or event of default under the facility, the company may elect to extend it for an additional year, subject to lender participation.

The amendments to both credit facilities added certain standard market features, such as provisions to address negative interest rates and recent regulatory developments. All borrowings under both revolving credit facilities are secured by first mortgage bonds of Kansas Gas and Electric Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary.