Solar Ordinance Process
November 14, 2024 - Citizens presented concern over the potential of solar farms developing in the Jackman community.
Discussion of a petition to have an ordinance created
The selectboard directed the Town Manager to begin research and drafting of an ordinance.
December 12, 2024 - DRAFT Solar Ordinance presented to the selectboard.
January 9, 2025 - Selectboard received a petition signed by 53 people asking that a "Solar Farm Ordinance" be written.
Town Manager reported back on meeting with CMP regarding solar. Board members made suggestions to change draft solar ordinance.
Town Manager will make adjustments and bring new draft to February meeting.
Board will hold Public Hearing for Solar Ordinance on February 13, 2025 at 5:30PM. Board made and approved a motion to have a
Solar Ordinance article on the warrant for the Annual Jackman Town Meeting and to be voted by secret ballot on Town Election day.
February 13, 2025 - Public Hearing held prior to Select Board meeting. Board made and approved a motion to use the lawyer's reviewed copy of
the ordinance as the final draft of the ordinance.