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Board backs WCA push for greater county control over wind and solar projects
Summary
Buffalo County approved a resolution asking the Wisconsin Counties Association to lobby for increased local control over wind and solar regulation, citing local interests in siting and community impacts.
Buffalo County supervisors approved Resolution #26-03-02 requesting that the Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) lobby for greater local control in regulating wind and solar projects. County Administrator Lee Engfer described the resolution as a WCA request; Mr. Ruff moved for approval and the board carried the resolution.
Supporters said the measure would allow counties to tailor regulation of renewable-energy projects to local conditions and community interests. No public opposition to the resolution was recorded in the meeting minutes.
