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Local officials continue opposition to proposed battery facility; community college's benefit agreement draws criticism
Summary
Council members reported ongoing opposition to a proposed battery energy storage facility near homes and schools, and criticized the South Orange County Community College District's acceptance of a $750,000 community benefits agreement with the project applicant; trustees reportedly may be seeking to withdraw from the agreement.
Laguna Niguel elected officials continued to describe regional opposition to a proposed lithium battery energy storage facility sited near homes, schools, rail lines and I-5. Council members said elected officials across affected cities are opposed to the project and that state and regional representatives have been asked to intervene.
Council Member Otto reported that state-level opposition has been expressed in correspondence and that local officials remain concerned about siting and safety. In…
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