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WindAction | WECS Ordinance Approved

“It has been a long and busy year fighting to preserve Buchanan County’s rich soil which is to be used for food and fiber,” said Chris Urban. “I salute the hard working P&Z Commission and the Board of Supervisors for trying to keep it that way. Wind turbines covering half the County is not the answer.” “With all we know about the dangers of wind turbines — especially fires causing contamination on other people’s land,” said Mike Urban, “I just want to thank the BOS for supporting the reasonable restrictions that our P&Z, and indeed all concerned citizens of our county, spent a great deal of their own time crafting. Many of us had to basically put our lives on hold for an entire year. But this outcome was worth it.” ....

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WECS Ordinance Approved

BRANDON – On Wednesday, May 29, the Buchanan County Supervisors held the third and final Wind Energy Conversion Systems (WECS) Ordinance Amendment Public Hearing at the Brandon Area Community Center. ....

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Mayor Signs Prevention in Partnership Proclamation

INDEPENDENCE – April is Child Abuse Awareness Month and the City of Independence joined the Buchanan County Supervisors in signing a proclamation for “Supporting Children and Strengthening Families: Prevention in ....

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Supervisors Sign Proclamations

INDEPENDENCE – The Buchanan County Supervisors have recently signed proclamations in support of letting the public be aware of Child Abuse and Sexual Assault. ....

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County Employees Recognized

INDEPENDENCE – At their March 25 meeting, the Buchanan County Supervisors recognized the longevity of service of two employees. ....

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