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Agricola Wind Project Public Comment Hearing Adjournment Request

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A public comment hearing for the Agricola Wind Project, a proposed renewable energy facility in Cayuga County, New York, has been scheduled for August 6, 2025. However, concerns have been raised about the venue's capacity, which may prevent some members of the public from attending and commenting on the project. As a result, the applicant's counsel has requested an adjournment to find a more suitable venue.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Hilton Garden Inn conference room booked for the public comment hearing has a maximum capacity of 100 people, which may not be sufficient for the expected turnout.
  • The host towns of Scipio and Venice have a combined population of approximately 2,800 people, while other interested individuals and corporations in nearby communities in Cayuga County may also attend.
  • The Alliance to Preserve the Finger Lakes has intervened in the proceedings and may also attend the public comment hearing.
  • Public Officers Law $103(d) requires public bodies to make reasonable efforts to ensure that meetings are held in facilities that can adequately accommodate members of the public.
  • 16 NYCRR Part 1100-8.2(b)(2) requires the hearing to be located as reasonably near the project site as practicable, depending on the availability of suitable venues.

Statistics:

  • 100: The maximum capacity of the Hilton Garden Inn conference room.
  • 2,800: The combined population of the host towns of Scipio and Venice.
  • 1: The number of public comment hearing scheduled for August 6, 2025.
  • 1: The number of adjournment requested for the public comment hearing.

Sources:

  • New York State Public Service Commission: Re: Matter No. 23-03002: Public Comment Hearing for the Matter of Agricola Wind LLC for a Permit Pursuant to Article VIII of the New York State Public Service Law to Construct the Agricola Wind Project, a Major Renewable Energy Generation Facility to be Located in the Towns of Venice and Scipio, Cayuga County, New York
  • Public Officers Law § 103(d) of the New York State Consolidated Laws
  • 16 NYCRR Part 1100-8.2(b)(2) of the New York State Code of Rules and Regulations

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