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Bourbon County planning commission adopts bylaws, schedules consultant to guide zoning amid solar and land‑ownership concerns
Summary
The Bourbon County Planning Commission voted to adopt amended bylaws, agreed to consult planner Mel Haas on a comprehensive plan and zoning timeline, and heard strong public concern about outside ownership of farmland and proposed large solar projects.
The Bourbon County Planning Commission voted to adopt amended bylaws and set a path to work with a consultant on a comprehensive plan intended to inform future zoning decisions, members said during a meeting that drew multiple public comments about solar projects and out‑of‑county land ownership.
Commission members approved the bylaws as amended after discussing terms of office and administrative details. A motion to adopt the bylaws passed with all members saying “Aye,” according to the meeting record. The commission also moved into and returned from a 10‑minute executive session under KSA 75‑4319(b)(2) to consult with legal counsel about statutory compliance.
The commission agreed to invite consultant Mel…
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