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Resident alleges conflict of interest and road damage tied to wind projects

Marion County Commission · March 9, 2026
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Summary

A Marion County resident urged the commission to investigate an alleged conflict of interest involving Commissioner David Mueller and raised complaints about culvert work and repeated road damage tied to wind-farm construction; county staff said the matter is under review and the wind company is working on ditching and repairs.

A resident identified during the meeting as John told the Marion County Commission on March 9 that he believed Commissioner David Mueller had a “blatant conflict of interest” when participating in planning and zoning discussions and votes related to local wind projects. "I believe to be a blatant conflict of interest in planning and zoning with David Mueller being able to discuss parts of the ... wind farms plus cast votes," John said during the public-comment…

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