Brown County/County Commissioner
Recent News About Brown County/County Commissioner
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TLOW member on renewables and tax abatements: 'What's your soul worth? Because that’s what you’re selling'
When Rex Tackett became involved with organizing Texas Landowners Against Wind (TLOW) in 2018, he aimed to prevent the proliferation of wind turbines into Brown County.
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TLOW founder says the group is 'not opposed' to renewables, but 'there are a lot of problems with wind and solar'
Texas landowners opposed to abatements and other supports for renewable energy companies are speaking against a plan for a major solar panel operation in Brown County.
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Solar, wind facilities not always creating the jobs required by Texas code
A large solar power facility proposed in southwestern Brown County, near Brookesmith, to be built by San Francisco-based Intersect Power may not create very many - if any - jobs, despite job creation requirements under Texas law.
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Op-Ed: Solar farm tax break is a bad deal for Brown County
In a month or two, the Brown County Commissioners will decide on a proposal that affects all county residents.