At tonight's special meeting, the Essex Township Board adopted Ordinance No. 14, which regulates wind energy conservation systems in the township.
The ordinance addresses many of the concerns of Essex Township community members. Just a few points:
- Maximum height of a turbine 380 feet with blade in vertical position
- Noise cannot exceed 45 decibels during the day and 40 at night
- No turbine can cause any strobe effect or shadow flicker without written approval by the board
- Turbines cannot produce vibrations or wind currents humanly perceptible beyond the property boundaries of the leased lot
- Applicant must fund an environmental impact study
- Turbines must be located 1600 feet from property line
Everyone applauded after the board passed the ordinance. Then everyone applauded the board. Great job, Essex Township board and Essex Township community!
Let's all give our support to Bengal Township on Tuesday, Oct 23, 7:00 p.m. See you there!
