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County staff: developer exploring large-scale solar project east of Brookings; commissioners weigh expertise for subcommittee
Summary
County development staff said a developer is exploring a large-scale solar farm in the Richland/Elkton area; commissioners discussed public meetings, acreage, zoning, taxation and whether industry representation (Xcel Energy) on the 7 65 subcommittee should be supplemented by other experts.
Bob from county development reported a solar company is talking with landowners about a large-scale solar farm in the Richland/Elkton area and that the project is in early stages.
Bob said the developer is seeking easements and that public information meetings will follow; he also explained why Xcel Energy was invited to the 7 65 subcommittee "because they've got the knowledge of the 7 65 power grids," while commissioners suggested adding other credentialed, neutral industry experts to ensure balanced technical input.
