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Residents, Satilla Riverkeeper oppose proposed large poultry operation on Highway 441 South
Summary
Residents and an environmental group urged Coffee County commissioners to halt or closely scrutinize a proposed poultry complex on Highway 441 South, citing concerns about air and water quality, traffic, property values and permitting oversight; county officials said the site is currently zoned agriculture and state agencies would regulate many environmental and roadway issues.
Coffee County residents and an environmental advocate used public comment at the Board of Commissioners’ June 2 meeting to press officials for details and safeguards around a proposed poultry operation on Highway 441 South.
“Who is proposing this development? Where exactly is it going to be located?” asked Frank Pridemore, who told commissioners he was speaking in opposition and sought a clear timeline and list of agencies that would decide whether the project can proceed. County Attorney Tony Rowell responded that much of what the Board has heard is hearsay, that the property is…
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