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James Jones raises concerns about solar ordinance imagery and grandfathering
Summary
Selectman James Jones objected to footage/images of solar farms included in a draft ordinance and asked whether active or permitted projects would be grandfathered; the minutes record a selectman saying grandfathering "probably wouldn’t be happening," and that company representatives were told not to attend the meeting.
During old/new business, James Jones raised concerns about the draft solar ordinance, specifically objecting to footage or imagery of solar farms included in the draft and asking whether projects already built or underway would be grandfathered. The minutes record a response from a selectman that grandfathering "probably wouldn’t be happening." James also said people from the company putting in the solar farm were told not to come to the meeting.
Why it matters: Grandfathering language in land-use or ordinance drafts can determine whether projects under construction or already permitted must meet new standards or be exempt. The minutes do not provide technical details of the draft ordinance, which footage or sections drew James’s objection, or how the town will handle permits for ongoing projects.
What was said: The minutes state: "James talked about not liking the footage of solar farms in the draft ordinance. As wanted to know about getting grandfathered in and being able to build now. The selectman said that probably wouldn’t be happening. James also said that he had people coming from the company putting in the solar farm and they were told not to bother coming to the meeting." No motion or vote was recorded.
Next steps: The minutes do not record further action or a referral to staff for clarification; no hearing dates, company statements or ordinance text excerpts are included in the record.
