Planning Board's Wind Turbine Decision OK'd By Andes Town Board

Industrial Towers Banned; April 10 Public Hearing Will Complete Process

A decision made recently [on Feb. 28] by the planning board in the town of Andes concerning wind turbines has been approved by the Andes town board.

At the town board's March 13 meeting, Supervisor Martin A. Donnelly commented that a resolution concerning the matter will be drafted by Town Attorney David Merzig. He also announced that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday. April 10, at noon, and that copies of the resolution will be available before that date.

The planning board, after many months of study, decided that industrial wind turbines, which drew considerable opposition from town residents, would be banned. Smaller turbines would be allowed for private use, Donnelly indicated.

The planning board's decision has been commended by those who have voiced opposition to the larger turbines. At the conclusion of the meeting, town resident Fred Cubero, who has often criticized board actions, told the board, "This is the best decision you have ever made, because it shows that you are looking out for the best interest of the people of this town."