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Wind farm vote again postponed
The Woodford County Board on Tuesday again postponed voting on a special-use permit for the construction of the Minonk Wind Farm, but the chances for developer Gamesa Energy securing it look much more promising.
Under the advice of State's Attorney Mike Stroh, the board decided to postpone action until he has had an opportunity to consult with the legal adviser for Livingston County, which also shares the same project.
December 16, 2009
by Catharine Schaidle
in Journal Star
EUREKA - The Woodford County Board on Tuesday again postponed voting on a special-use permit for the construction of the Minonk Wind Farm, but the chances for developer Gamesa Energy securing it look much more promising.
Under the advice of State's Attorney Mike Stroh, the board decided to postpone action until he has had an opportunity to consult with the legal adviser for Livingston County, which also shares the same project. Seventy-five turbines of the 100-turbine project would be in Woodford County, and the rest in Livingston County.
In a letter to the County Board on Tuesday, Stroh said, "It is... [continue via Web link]
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