Commissioner reports RWE is 'backing off' from acquiring additional land in Smith County

May 26, 2026

Commissioner Jim Gwennap reported that RWE is backing off and is not acquiring any additional land at this time, a development noted during routine road and land discussions at the May 26 meeting.

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During the discussion of local roads and right-of-way matters, Commissioner Jim Gwennap reported an update on RWE, saying the company "is backing off at this time and are not acquiring any additional land." The minutes record the statement without additional detail on timing, parcels, or prior commitments.

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