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Developers invited to study Fort Thompson site; board supports outreach, limited exclusivity MOU
Summary
Developers told the board Fort Thompson property north of Bend could support a 90–115 MW solar project connected to a nearby Pacific Power line. Commissioners directed staff to allow limited due diligence (MOU/exclusivity) tied to neighbor outreach and public listening sessions rather than immediate lease negotiation.
Private developers Limitless Solutions and North Renew Energy presented a feasibility overview on Dec. 17 for a large utility‑scale solar project on county-owned Fort Thompson property north of Bend. Developers said desktop analysis and a pre‑application meeting with county planners show no immediate red flags and that the site offers an unusually close point of interconnection to a Pacific Power transmission corridor — a major economic advantage for a large project.
Project overview: developers estimated the site could accommodate roughly 100–115 MW of…
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