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Residents are raising alarm bells over "Project Hawkeye," a proposed data center that could threaten farmland, wildlife, and local utilities in Belvidere.

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Residents urge caution as council discusses conceptual 'Project Hawkeye' data‑center
Public commenters at the Belvidere Committee of the Whole on Sept. 14 urged the council to pause or disclose details about a media‑reported data‑center concept called 'Project Hawkeye,' citing noise, water and power concerns; the mayor said no definitive proposal was before the city.
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September 27, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Supporting aging, retiring farmers in transitioning their land in more just and Earth-focused, heart-centered ways is how we can best solve the burning issue of land access for new farmers who face huge barriers to land access.

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April 7, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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Tell the Township of Wilmot about the future you want.
www.engagewr.ca/engage-wilmot

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August 17, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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Landowners have the power to decide who and how their land is owned after them.

This work is only possible with, willing and aligned Landowners.

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March 9, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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We do not have to manifest an opportunity for change because the opportunity for change is here.

What we need is a new model - the Farmland Commons.

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May 3, 2025 at 1:42 AM
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Stained-glass window depicting European institutions separating harmful pesticide-like molecules from farmland #pesticideban#agroecology#europeanhealth#stainedglassart#euinstitutions#farmlandprotection
Stained-glass window depicting European institutions separating pesticide-like molecules from farmland.
April 17, 2024 at 10:35 PM
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Buncombe County just secured a major win for local agriculture by closing a Community Farm expansion easement and planning five new projects to protect our farmland!

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Buncombe County staff announce new easements, apply for $2 million AGZ renewal and highlight tax-credit extension
Staff reported a recent Community Farm easement closing, outlined five new easement projects in Leicester/Sandy Mush, said they will apply for a $2 million Agricultural Growth Zone (AGZ) renewal (matched with $2 million bond funds), and noted the state extended the conservation tax credit through 2030.
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July 22, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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The Oregon Senate has just passed a controversial bill that could fast-track renewable energy projects, but at what cost to local farmland and community control?

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Senate debate over HB 4031 pits renewable energy build‑out against farmland and local‑control concerns
HB 4031, which creates narrow siting exemptions for some renewable energy projects that meet timeline and tax‑credit requirements, passed the Senate after extended floor debate about loss of prime farmland, public engagement and local authority. Supporters pointed to deployment delays; opponents warned of fast‑tracking and community impacts.
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February 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM
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A new bill aims to create a path for solar energy on California's farmland, but could it risk our most productive lands in the process?

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Committee advances narrower bill to allow solar on some Williamson Act lands with community benefits
AB 11 56, a narrowed bill to permit certain solar projects on Williamson Act lands in critically overdrafted groundwater basins if they include community benefits agreements, passed the committee 5-1 after supporters stressed voluntary local control and opponents warned of farmland conversion risks.
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August 29, 2026 at 6:13 AM
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Honey Brook Township is gearing up for a crucial town hall that could determine the future of its farmland and open-space preservation tax—will residents choose to keep or change it?

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Township plans focused town hall as supervisors weigh fate of land‑preservation EIT
Honey Brook Township committee set a focused town hall to present fund balances, cost assumptions and outreach results as supervisors consider whether to continue, reduce or put to referendum the earned‑income‑tax (EIT) that funds land preservation.
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August 22, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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Residents of Wythe County are rallying for zoning laws to protect their farmland from data centers, with 246 out of 275 survey respondents in support of public oversight.

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Preserve Wythe survey and public commenters press Wythe County for zoning to block data centers
Preserve Wythe presented a 275-response survey showing 246 in favor of zoning; multiple speakers urged the board to adopt zoning to prevent data centers from consuming farmland and resources and to increase transparency.
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August 18, 2026 at 12:17 AM
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A local committee in Somerset County is grappling with the alarming loss of farmland to solar projects while debating vital support for farmers and food sovereignty.

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Committee debates farmland threats, farmers market support and food‑sovereignty policy
The committee reviewed agriculture and forestry sections, updated local farm listings, discussed community gardens and the established Skowygate farmers market, and noted threats to farmland including loss of acreage to solar projects and generational labor shifts.
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August 1, 2026 at 6:42 PM
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Woodford County is poised to protect its prime farmland by prohibiting large data centers and high-capacity battery storage in key industrial zones.

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Ordinance committee backs text amendment to bar large data centers, some battery storage in Woodford County industrial zones
The Woodford County ordinance committee voted to forward a text amendment for first reading that would prohibit large data centers and higher-capacity battery storage (type 2) in I-1 and I-2 zones, citing farmland protection and recent state tax incentives for data-center development.
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July 31, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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Residents are rallying against proposed land-use changes in Jessamine County, warning that traffic chaos and the loss of precious farmland could threaten local farming livelihoods.

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Residents press fiscal court to slow proposed Lancaster Road rezoning, citing traffic and farmland loss
Multiple residents urged the court to deny or delay a proposed UC-7 to UC-1 rezoning at 2747 Lancaster Road and two nearby applications, warning of increased accidents, drainage problems and the erosion of agricultural land and local farming livelihoods.
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July 31, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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Residents of Zealand and Jamestown townships are rallying to protect their farmland from a massive solar project that could reshape their community forever.

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Residents urge Ottawa County to intervene in proposed Silver Maple solar project
Speakers from Zealand and Jamestown townships urged Ottawa County to join legal challenges and act as an intervener against RWE's proposed 2,000-acre Silver Maple solar project, citing farmland loss, infrastructure impacts and state law (PA 233) that they say reduces local control.
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July 15, 2026 at 4:49 PM
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Volusia County Council is taking a bold step toward shaping the future of land use by exploring a new charter process for voluntary annexations—could this change the landscape of rural growth forever?

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Council asks staff to draft voluntary‑annexation charter options after legal briefing
Following a legal presentation about charter authority and state limits, the Volusia County Council narrowly directed staff to prepare options and draft charter language for an exclusive voluntary‑annexation process that would give county residents greater standing in owner‑requested annexations.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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A local resident's fiery plea at the St. Croix County Board meeting raises alarming questions about the true cost of solar energy developments, warning of environmental dangers and the threat to precious farmland.

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Saint Croix County Resident Opposes Excel Energy's Solar Plans Amid Environmental Concerns
Resident urges regulators to preserve farmland and address hazardous solar panel waste.
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August 8, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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The Village of Cross Plains is taking bold steps to protect local farmland and enhance community agriculture while ensuring the health of Black Earth Creek.

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Local Council discusses farmland protection and community agriculture initiatives
Council prioritizes farmland preservation and enhances community agriculture programs in local village.
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July 11, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Clark County is considering a groundbreaking public benefit rating system to protect farmland and provide tax relief for aging farmers—could this be the key to preserving our agricultural heritage?

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Clark County advisory commission to hear fuller proposal on public benefit rating system
After public comment proposing a public benefit rating system for open-space/agricultural taxation, the Clark County Agricultural Advisory Commission voted to invite the commenter back for a fuller presentation to explore whether PBRS could help preserve farmland and reduce costs for aging farmers.
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June 5, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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The Christian County Commission faces tough choices as they prepare to vote on a controversial development that could reshape local farmland into new homes.

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Commissioner Williams addresses concerns over new subdivision development in county
Commissioner Williams expresses support for subdivision despite local resistance and urban sprawl fears.
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October 6, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Oconee County's Agriculture Advisory Board is pushing for urgent farmer input on a proposed moratorium to protect our precious farmland from rapid development.

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Advisory board urges farmers to weigh in as county considers moratorium, zoning updates
Members cautioned that development pressure threatens farmland, discussed an eight‑month moratorium on subdivisions of 11 or more lots while zoning chapters are revised, and urged farmers to provide input to the planning commission and council.
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May 14, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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Chatham County leaders are urged to treat farmland as a vital asset for climate resilience, emphasizing that "farmland (and food) is the new oil" in our fight against climate change.

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Experts at retreat urge farmland protection, local processing and farmer support to strengthen Chatham County’s climate resilience
A farm and food-systems session highlighted Chatham County’s strong agricultural base, rising direct and intermediate sales, and high share of beginning farmers; the presenter recommended protecting prime farmland, expanding cold storage and processing capacity, and funding programs that give new farmers access to land and capital.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Residents are raising their voices against a proposed development that threatens the historic Mustin Farm and its vital hay fields in Kernersville.

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Residents Oppose Proposed Development Near Historic Mustin Farm in Kernersville
Local residents express concerns over the impact of development on Mustin hay fields.
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August 13, 2025 at 12:59 AM
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York County residents are pushing back against utility-scale solar projects, demanding half-mile setbacks to safeguard their farms and local economy from potential devastation.

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York County public hearing: residents press for half‑mile setbacks as utility warns rules could 'effectively ban' solar
At a public hearing on proposed solar zoning rules, dozens of York County residents urged half‑mile setbacks or an outright ban on utility‑scale solar to protect farmland, water and cemeteries. A representative for OPPD said the draft regulations and uncertainty prompted termination of a project interconnect agreement and cited large, company‑estimated local revenue losses.
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April 28, 2026 at 3:59 AM
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Cultivating a Legacy: The Schmieder Family Farm's Journey to Permanent Protection and Future Success
Perched on a picturesque hill in Alexander, NY is one of the prettiest farms you'll find in Western New York. You will recognize it by the sight of cows grazing in a nearby pasture, a rarity these…
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August 23, 2024 at 1:00 PM