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Township supervisor‑elect raises local solar concerns during Ottawa County public comment

Ottawa County Finance Administration Committee · August 12, 2026
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Summary

Dan Kirkstra, identified as the newly elected Zealand township supervisor, spoke during public comment to introduce himself and said local solar development is a major issue he expects to seek guidance on from the county.

During the meeting's public‑comment period, Dan Kirkstra introduced himself to the committee as the newly elected Zeeland township supervisor and said he attended to meet county officials and learn who to contact on local issues. "My name is Dan Kirkstra, and, gonna be the newly, Zealand township supervisor," he said.

Kirkstra told the committee he expects solar development to be a hot topic in his township and said he will be looking to county staff and commissioners for guidance in the future. The chair thanked him and the committee proceeded with the agenda.