Residents voice strong opposition to additional industrial and solar infrastructure near schools

Several residents used the public-comment period to express persistent opposition to proposed utility and industrial facilities near residential areas and schools. One commenter said, “We do not want the solar,” and another, David Keeler, asked why facilities would be sited near schools and said he was “tired” of outside development encroaching on the community.

Commissioners and staff acknowledged the concerns and asked staff to ensure that notification lists are complete and to consider baseline well testing and good-neighbor outreach as part of conditions and community engagement. The applicant and planning staff said they would document outreach efforts and consider expanded impact agreements for adjacent properties.