The Washington County Board of Supervisors tabled the first reading of a proposed wind energy property assessment ordinance at their meeting Tuesday.
The reading was placed on the agenda following a public hearing that was held at the Washington County Conservation Education Center on February 17th. Supervisor Jack Seward Jr. shared that most of the public feedback he has received since then has been opposed to wind energy, while Board Chair Richard Young says the feedback he’s received has been the opposite. Supervisor Bob Yoder stated his belief that the wind energy assessment is a “sweetheart deal” for landowners that would have windmills placed on their property, and he drew concerns on whether a wind farm would be environmentally friendly. Supervisor Stan Stoops referred to the wind mills as “obnoxious,” but he mentioned his belief that the board has historically been a champion of landowners’ rights. The board decided to table the first reading until next week, wh
A date and time was set for a public hearing on a proposed wind energy ordinance during the Washington County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday.
Supervisor Jack Seward, Jr. proposed that the meeting be held on Wednesday, February 17th at 7 p.m. in order for landowners and other community members to be able to attend to learn more about the ordinance and give feedback. A location has not been determined, but Seward said he hopes to arrange a theatre-like setting to allow enough space for people to gather. Offering Zoom access was also suggested, depending on the capabilities of the chosen venue. In other business, Board Chair Richard Young presented outgoing Supervisor Abe Miller a plaque of honor as he is resigning from the board effective today. Miller was first elected to serve District 3 in 2004, and served as chair in 2018.