Nursery operator asks zoning board to clarify chemical‑drift reporting and buffers near solar site

A member of the public who identified herself as Abby Delgado of Crystal Lake and who said she works with Good Mercenaries raised concerns about herbicide drift adjacent to the property and asked the developer and board for assurances on buffer distances, application standards and a clear reporting contact for chemical drift incidents.

"I was just wondering if I could get some clarification on buffer distances and application standards," Delgado said. The developer responded that they typically do not use aerial spraying and favor spot treatments, and offered to continue a technical discussion with the commenter outside the hearing. The board did not adopt an ordinance or specific mitigation language at the hearing; staff and the developer said they would continue outreach with neighbors to address the nursery's concerns.