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Residents warn board about mine subsidence at proposed solar site; one commenter denounces renewables and government
Vermilion County Board · April 16, 2025
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Summary
During public comment residents raised concerns about mine subsidence under a proposed PIVX solar site and criticized renewable projects; board did not take formal action but heard testimony about potential geological risks and land impacts.
Two public commenters addressed the board regarding land use and energy projects near the Riolo Bowl Mine. One resident who attended a March hearing about the PIVX solar project said project geologists appeared unfamiliar with the Mahomet Aquifer and recounted observations of mine subsidence — including numerous small…
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