Residents and officials press for more patrols, developer obligations amid solar construction traffic

Aug 19, 2025

Residents reported near-miss crashes and heavy truck traffic tied to large solar projects; the sheriff and county staff said current paid patrol hours are insufficient and county attorney advised pursuing road-use agreements or an ordinance requiring developer-funded protections.

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Residents and county officials said heavy construction traffic tied to solar projects has increased safety risks on county roads, prompting calls for more sheriff’s patrols and for developers to take responsibility for traffic management.

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