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Organizer says solar petition fell short after deadline change; urges caution on community solar contracts
Summary
A representative of the Queen Anne’s Conservation Association told commissioners a citizen petition against certain solar siting failed by a narrow margin after the Board of Elections changed the submission deadline; he also urged the county to warn landowners about solar option contracts and cited a court footnote about comprehensive plans.
Jay Falstegg, speaking for the Queen Anne’s Conservation Association, told the Board of County Commissioners that a citizen petition related to local solar siting came up short of the statewide signature threshold and that the Board of Elections changed the deadline in a way he said hindered the drive.
"Surprise, we've changed the deadline to the 30 first at 11:59," Falstegg said, recounting a late notice from the Board of Elections…
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