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Public speaker says utility is pursuing eminent domain; commissioners reiterate earlier solar approval and plan advisory committee
Summary
A public commenter alleged that a utility has pursued easements and is threatening eminent domain for a transmission/solar project; the board chairman defended a prior approval of a solar project, saying it supports reliability, jobs and county revenue and announcing an advisory committee.
During the public-comment period, Carrie Giblets, identifying herself as representing the Elbert County Environmental Alliance, addressed the board about a transmission/solar project the speaker said is seeking easements and threatening landowners’ rights.
Giblets said 44% of affected landowners have signed lease options and alleged that the utility is using the threat of eminent domain to obtain easements. She also said about 56% of affected landowners are spending savings and retirement funds to oppose the project and claimed easement language would restrict land use, including prohibiting livestock…
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