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Commissioners: No tax deal for Moonstone Solar

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[Video below] Wilson County commissioners will not proceed with a tax abatement application submitted by Scout Energy for the Moonstone Solar project. A number of citizens addressed the project at the July 27 commissioners court meeting before attorney Blakely Fernandez, who represents rep- the county, delivered an extensive presentation outlining the application points required by the county before requesting a tax abatement. “This tax abatement could be a critical tool in helping counties bring public improvements to the area,” said Wilson County resident Debi Segovia. “Solid county leadership balances smart development with minimal impacts to agriculture, community heritage, and natural...

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