Williams County authorizes SS4a implementation grant application and consultant assistance The board authorized staff to apply for an SS4a implementation grant of $10 million (80/20 match) and approved engaging consultant Acreman to help prepare the application; commissioners directed staff to budget the county share for 2027.

Williams County is poised to secure a groundbreaking $10 million SS4a implementation grant with the help of expert consultants!

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Commission denies Bull Butte Township’s request to change county wind setbacks Bull Butte Township asked the county to change the zoning setback for wind and solar farms from 1,400 feet to one mile; the commission denied the request after staff explained ordinance amendment and variance processes and after public comment flagged quorum and procedural concerns.

Bull Butte Township's push to extend wind and solar facility setbacks to one mile from farmsteads has been halted by the county commission amidst procedural concerns and public debate.

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Williams County approves Homestead Wind project and related variances after lengthy public hearing After extended public testimony, the Williams County Commission approved Apex Clean Energy’s Homestead Wind conditional-use permit and two variances — allowing up to 67 turbines within a larger 81-location application — and authorized related transmission and permitting conditions. Opponents raised wildlife, procedural and visual-impact concerns.

After a heated debate, the Williams County Commission greenlit Apex Clean Energy's ambitious Homestead Wind project, paving the way for potential economic growth but stirring significant public concern.

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Had a great time joining the #WilliamsCountyDemocrats for their annual banquet this past week. Thank you for having me out to speak! We wrapped up the evening in #WilliamsCounty with a stop by the famous Spangler Candy Company store in Bryan, Ohio! #CampaignTrail #HambleyForOhio #CareForOhio

County Board Discusses Funding and Accountability for Upper Missouri Valley Fair Grants County board explores $200,000 grants for fair enhancements and financial accountability measures.

Williams County Commissioners are on the brink of a $200,000 grant that could transform the Upper Missouri Valley Fair, but accountability and transparency are key!

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