[Opinion] Tensions rise as Henderson Fiscal Court passes wind project moratorium

Tensions rise as Henderson Fiscal Court passes wind project moratorium

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - A tense debate breaks out, lasting for over 2 hours, during a July 22 fiscal court meeting in Henderson. The tension surrounds a possible wind project coming to an undetermined part of the county, with residents claiming a lack of transparency and the county pointing to misunderstanding. Resident Shannon Hill kicked off the discussion before the court passed a 1 year moratorium, asking for a 2year pause or to abolish the …

Henderson County officials implement one-year moratorium on controversial wind farm proposal

The Henderson County community is sharing their opinions as local leaders consider the first steps in a wind turbine proposal.

Henderson County officials implement one-year moratorium in face of controversial wind farm proposal

At Tuesday’s Henderson Fiscal Court meeting, officials voted unanimously to put a one-year moratorium on the development of a proposed wind farm. The Rock Bluff Energy Park is expected to use solar technology and wind turbines to improve electric reliability. Some Henderson residents are concerned about the project’s overall impact on the county. “Are there adverse environmental concerns? That’s a question. Do we have an answer? What about prope…