The 90 minute Zoom meeting is scheduled to start that evening at 6:00 p.m..
Backers claim the $150 million Coldwater Solar project will result in up to 150 megawatts of clean energy which they say would be enough to power about 27,000 homes.
They also say Coldwater Solar would generate up to $21 million in new tax revenue for the two townships as well as for county services and local school districts. In addition, it’s being claimed the project would create hundreds of new clean energy jobs during construction and several permanent positions for facility operations.
Some Ovid Township residents are opposed to the large solar project. Among their concerns are potential impacts on agricultural land and property values.
OVID TOWNSHIP, MI (WTVB) – The Ovid Township Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday evening at 6:00 p.m. at the Township Hall which will give residents a chance to comment on the proposed Retail Sales of Marijuana amendments.
Ovid Township voters said yes on Election Day to having recreational marijuana establishments in the township.
The Adult-Use Marijuana Establishments Ordinance passed 790-657.
It authorizes two marijuana retail establishments within the Township pursuant to the Michigan Regulations and Taxation of Marijuana Act.
The question was placed on the ballot after a petition was filed to replace a February 2019 township ordinance prohibiting marijuana establishments.