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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Ottawa County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Silver Maple Solar Project Intervention
The county is intervening in the MPSC case over RWE's Silver Maple Solar project in Zeeland Township, securing a seat at the table before the November 12 deadline. The board reserved final say on the county's positions and any settlement to itself, and will spend up to $50,000 in developer-provided intervener funds.
PA 233 loss of local siting control
PA 233 stripped local zoning control over large renewable energy projects, sending them to the MPSC. Commissioners discussed legislative fixes, a possible county policy on future projects, and how other counties are responding.
2026-2028 Strategic Plan wording revisions
The board adopted its three-year strategic plan, adding a transparency goal to notice and stream all boards and committees when possible. A proposal to rename the 'build trust' goal to 'excellent public service' failed.