Request for a moratorium on wind development in Indiana
Representative Tom Saunders (author of House Bill 1597 which did not get a hearing) has not given up on the wind issue. He is trying for a second hearing on more wind legislation. He is also trying for a moratorium (a temporary suspension of wind development in Indiana) until more research can be done regarding harmful effects of industrial wind turbines on citizens' rights, property values, and health.
We should contact our senators and representatives at the state level including:
Representative David Ober 800-382-9841
House Speaker Brian Bosma 800-382-9841
Representative Tom Saunders 800-382-9841
Representative Heath VanNatter 800-382-9841
Representative Don Lehe 800-382-9841
Senator James Buck 800-382-9467
Senator Brandt Hershman 800-382-9467
Let them know that the wind companies are aggressively targeting Indiana counties, and that this development is too hasty with too many risks attached. A moratorium would give legislators more time to look into the difficulties that wind development causes Indiana counties. It allows time to see how the federal level responds to the high level of tax payer subsidies that go toward wind development. It also allows time for counties to develop safer local ordinances to protect their citizens and their county interests. Further, it allows time for citizens to contact their representatives and senators to voice concern about how the wind issue tears the fabric of our communities asunder.
When contacting Representative Tom Saunders, ask him to please include Clinton County in his anti-wind legislation. He said that the state legislators all need to hear from many, many people. He said that if a topic in Indiana is not concerning roads, education, abortion, or gun rights, then it doesn't get much attention in session. Tom Saunders represents Henry, Rush, and Wayne counties and understands the problems that industrial wind turbines cause for residents. He authored HB 1597 because he had listened to his constituents and wants to help them.
If you are a resident of Clinton County:
Please continue to contact the commissioners. Let them know your thoughts and opinions.
Commissioners Office
765-659-6309
Scott Shoemaker
765-249-5040
sshoemaker@clintonco.com
Josh uitts
765-659-6309
juitts@clintonco.com
Steve Woods
765-654-3546
swoods@clintonco.com