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Candidates say no to large wind and solar farms in Bruceville‑Eddy during forum
Summary
When asked whether the state should site wind turbines or large solar farms near Bruceville‑Eddy, candidates expressed unanimous opposition, saying the projects provide little local benefit.
A question from the audience asked candidates how they would respond if the state or outside interests sought to place wind turbines or large solar/energy farms in the Bruceville‑Eddy area.
Incumbent Richard Prater and candidate Melissa Futch both answered definitively: “No,” Prater said. “They don't benefit the community whatsoever,” he added, arguing the town would receive little local gain. Futch also said she opposed such projects, citing environmental and community concerns.
No policy mechanism or state authority was described during the forum; candidates spoke only about their personal positions. The exchange did not include presentations from developers or technical studies.
Ending: Candidates’ opposition was clear in the forum context but would face statutory and permitting frameworks if a state or private developer pursued siting; no formal council action was proposed during the event.
