Public comment raises light-pollution and livestock setback concerns; commission approves routine items

Mar 17, 2026

A Dakota County resident raised future concerns about light pollution and livestock setbacks; the Planning Commission also handled routine business including removing 66 Summit Carbon Solutions permits from the table and issuing informational statements for a sheep barn application, and adjourned by unanimous consent.

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During miscellaneous business and public comment the commission heard a brief comment from Rick Bousquet urging attention to light pollution and setback rules for livestock operations.

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