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Woodson Irby urges Nottoway County to cap solar at 400 MW, citing revenue to help courthouse debt
Summary
Resident Woodson Irby asked the board to limit county solar capacity to 400 megawatts (about 4,000 acres), saying that level could produce roughly $12 million upfront and average about $1.156 million per year over 20 years to help pay courthouse debt.
Woodson Irby told the board during the public‑comment period that Nottoway should set a cap on large solar projects and consider revenue-sharing terms that would support county obligations. "I'm asking the board to consider that we allow 400 megawatts of solar power be produced in the county, which would take approximately 4,000 acres," Irby said, adding that his 400‑MW estimate is tied to county acreage and local demand.
Irby presented a set of illustrative fiscal estimates, saying the 400‑MW buildout could generate about $12,000,000 in upfront, negotiable payment and, on a 20‑year average with indexing, approximately $1,156,000 per year toward the county budget. He recommended the board consider using revenue shares to reduce courthouse debt, and offered to provide his supporting spreadsheets to staff for follow‑up. The board asked Irby to share his numbers with staff for further discussion.
