Adams County Board Bucks the State Law, Denies Ghost Hollow Road Solar

The Adams County Board voted 12–8 to deny a 3.4-megawatt Pivot Energy solar farm in Melrose Township, even though the project met state requirements.

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Muddy River News · July 16, 2025 · J. Robert Gough

The Adams County Board voted 12–8 to deny a 3.4-megawatt Pivot Energy solar farm in Melrose Township, even though the project met state requirements. Earlier, the state’s attorney had told the board it was required to follow the state statute.

After a closed session, the board suspended rather than adjourned the meeting, leaving room for negotiations and a possible motion to reconsider.

Read the full story at Muddy River News: “Adams County Board denies solar special use permit for Ghost Hollow Road project”


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