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Residents urge Allen County to adopt pro‑solar ordinance as commissioners consider rules
Summary
Five residents told the Allen County commissioners on July 18 they want a county ordinance that allows more solar development for energy security and economic development; some urged protections for farm ground and limits on setbacks.
Several residents asked the Allen County Board of Commissioners on July 18 to write a county ordinance that encourages solar energy development, arguing it would improve energy security and economic development; other speakers warned against using prime farmland for large solar arrays. The public-comment period at the county’s legislative session drew five speakers who emphasized both opportunity and caution as county staff and the planning commission prepare a draft ordinance.
John Gardner, a Fort Wayne resident, told commissioners: "I want to…
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