Wisconsin Rapids council approves LOI for 5‑MW solar array amid debate over wells, property values
The Common Council voted 5‑3 to approve a nonbinding letter of intent for a 5‑megawatt solar array to be hosted on city land, while referring a rezoning question back to the planning commission for further review (6‑2). Council members split over water‑well protection, property values and process timing.
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Council members on Tuesday approved a nonbinding letter of intent (LOI) to pursue a 5‑megawatt solar array on about 25 acres of city‑owned land, voting 5‑3 to allow negotiations to continue while the planning commission and staff study remaining siting and protection issues.
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