District Remains Neutral

Last week, I attended part of the Page County Supervisors meeting via Zoom. During the meeting, they discussed and approved the settlement with the Shenandoah Hills Wind Energy Center. The settlement was a topic of hot debate but ultimately passed with a 2 to 1 vote. I recommend speaking directly with the County Supervisors or reading the KMA article for a detailed understanding of the rationale behind the decision. In summary, the settlement was largely influenced by the expectation that the county would lose the ongoing lawsuit, which their legal counsel advised could result in a significant liability. 

There are diverse opinions regarding the aesthetics​, environmental impacts, and many other factors regarding wind turbines. Our primary focus is on serving our students and community. While the district could potentially receive tax revenues from the Shenandoah Hill Wind Energy project, these funds have not yet been realized, and the project's progression is subject to many factors. Additionally, it is important to clarify that the district remains neutral in the ongoing debate surrounding wind turbines. 

I will continue to keep you informed as developments occur which directly impact the school district.