Proposed Montante/Xerox Solar Project

Questioned the financial return, environmental risks, and loss of green space associated with the proposed solar project.

Strongly opposed the solar project, describing it as a financial scheme for Xerox and Montante that would bring door-to-door solicitors to Webster.

Urged the board to vote against the solar project to protect local wildlife and forested habitat.

Expressed relief that the landfill cap was removed from the project but questioned who truly benefits, noting income limits for energy savings.

Presented physical samples and DEC documents showing the landfill cap is permeable fabric and asphalt, and questioned groundwater well monitoring accuracy.

Accused project developers of providing misleading information and called on elected officials to honor campaign promises opposing the project.

Praised the removal of panels from the landfill cap but argued that strict scrutiny is required given the site's history of hazardous waste disposal.