Community Invitation to Discuss
Commercial/Industrial Solar Farms
When:
Thursday, August 8, 2024 5:30 PM
Where:
Old Hanover Baptist Church Sanctuary
151 W Main Street, Hanover, IN
We are a grassroots group of citizens coming to together to address concerns in our community. We welcome anyone interested in discussing the recently proposed solar sites in Jefferson County. We are concerned about development that would take prime farmland out of production and impact our local community, economy and environment. We would like to become more informed so that we can organize effectively.
Currently Known Proposed Commercial Solar Projects in Jefferson County:
Saluda Township Proposal 3,324 Acres
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