The Planning and Zoning Commission has formally recommended an ordinance regarding alternative energy in the county during this weeks Supervisors meeting. The ordinance was primarily prepared by the Watchman LLC. The recommendation, which includes specific language regarding court venue, was passed despite the attorney’s office advising against it. Officials clarified that the venue for legal matters would ultimately depend on factors such as dollar value and case specifics.
A public hearing on the ordinance is scheduled for April 22nd at 6:00 PM in the upstairs meeting room. Additional meetings will allow for further discussion and input from the community.
During the meeting, officials acknowledged the significant effort put into the ordinance by the Planning and Zoning Commission. It was noted that members likely did not anticipate the complexity of the project when they first joined the board, but over the past year, the ordinance has undergone substantial evolution.
“I just want to say thank you to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the hard work and effort they’ve put into this,” Supervisor Steve Detrick stated. “It’s been a long process with a lot of reading, follow-ups, and late-night meetings.”
Special recognition was given to Jim and Kurt for their contributions, along with Henry County Watchman, which played a significant role in drafting the ordinance.
The ordinance is described as comprehensive and detailed, reflecting extensive collaboration among various stakeholders. While there were compromises made throughout the drafting process, officials believe the final recommendation represents a balanced and well-researched approach.
With the ordinance set for public hearing later this month, residents will have the opportunity to provide input before final decisions are made.