Archive of 2004 Material
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The Recorder is a weekly newspaper published in Monterey, VA.
P. Lea Campbell Jr., Publisher and Editor
Anne E. Adams, General Manager
P O Box 10, Monterey, VA 24465
540-468-2147
e-mail: recorder@htcnet.org
The Recorder has provided continuing in-depth coverage of the wind-power issue in Highland County as it has developed. Listed below are all items that were published in 2004. They are in reverse chronological order so the latest info is always at the top. This is a complete list. We will add links if we can get digital versions of more items.
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Articles:
- Articles published on or after 3 January 2008
- Articles published in 2007
- Articles published in 2006
- Articles published in 2005
- Highland supervisors asked to share wind research 24 December 2004, p. 2 C of C director Carolyn Pohowsky requested an information-sharing meeting prior to the board voting to change height regulations.
- Wind developer no-show at EDA meeting 24 December 2004, p. 5 Report on a meeting of the Pendleton County Economic Development Authority.
- States have ultimate say in wind development 17 December 2004, p. 7,11 Describes the state processes for approving wind utilities in VA and WV.
- Pendleton citizens force end to wind contract 17 December 2004, p. 6,11 Report on the 13 December citizens meeting in Franklin.
- Money may drive wind project decision 10 December 2004, p. 1-3 Interviews with Highlands supervisors regarding the HNWD proposal.
- Pendleton decision outrages citizens 10 December 2004, p. 3-4 Commissioners to consider terminating the contract with U. S. Wind Force which they did after the paper went to press.
- Pendleton wind opponents rally the troops 10 December 2004, p. 5 Report on the first meeting of the newly-formed citizens group Friends of Beautiful Pendleton County.
- Wind energy in Virginia inevitable? 10 December 2004, p.6 Information from the Virginia Wind Energy Collaborative at a seminar in Roanoke and an interview with VWEC director Jonathan Miles.
- 1000 sign up to oppose wind utility 26 November 2004, p. 1,3 Reports on the petition drive, which now totals roughly 1000 signatures. Only four people are on the record in favor of the HNWD project.
- Another wind power project planned on Highland border 26 November 2004, p. 3 Reports on the Liberty Gap project in Pendleton County and includes a sidebar titled, Jack Mountain may get 50 turbines. There is a photo simulation of this project in Photo Gallery 1.
- Wind opponents make case 29 October 2004, p. 1, 5-7 Report on the zoning-amendment public hearing no one spoke in favor!
- Turbines could be concern for military training areas, DOD says 29 October 2004, sidebar, p. 6
- Opponents of wind project seek support, 22 October 2004, p. 8
- No rush, board says 8 October 2004, p. 1, 4-5 The board of supervisors declines the developers request for a decision before Christmas.
- Taxing the wind plant 8 October 2004, sidebar, p. 5 How local taxes might be assessed.
- Utility decision urged by years end, 1 October 2004, p. 1,3 McBride presses the Supervisors for a quick decision.
- Incentives for wind industry extended, 1 October 2004, p. 4 Production tax credits extended through 2005.
- Comp plan committee holds of[f] on wind issue, 1 October 2004, p. 9 Input will be requested for plan review.
- Red Oak tour no picnic 24 September 2004, p. 1-3, 7,29 McBride details his plans for officials and citizens on site.
- Highland to choose wind policy 17 September 2004, p. 1, 4-6
- Recommendations on wind energy proposals reviewed, 17 September 2004, p. 6
- Officials tour site 17 September 2004, sidebar, p. 6
- What happens next? 17 September 2004, p. 7
- Wind permit pending 3 September 2004, p. 1-2
- Saxman asked to assist with wind decision Citizens, officials voice questions, concerns 20 August 2004, p. 1,7
- Petition asks Highland board for wind energy amendments 13 August 2004, p. 14-15
- Wind Company Files for Permit 30 July 2004, p. 1, 4-5
- Process for Reviewing Conditional Use Permits Could Last 3-4 Months 30 July 2004, p. 4
- HNWDs Permit Application Lists Proffers 30 July 2004, p. 6
- Wind power Planners are urged to prepare 2 July 2004, p. 1-2
- CSPDC clarifies its wind energy development recommendations 2 July 2004, p. 2
- Planners Urge Wind Awareness 4 June 2004, p. 1,4 The CSPDC report is presented to the Board of Supervisors.
- From balloon tests to lightning strikes: What Highland needs to learn about wind energy projects 4 June 2004, p. 17-18 The complete list of CSPDC recommendations.
- Window on wind utilities opened wider 28 May 2004, p. 1, 3-4
- What does wind power cost you? 28 May 2004, sidebar, p. 3
- Plugging the leaks 28 May 2004, sidebar, p. 4
- Wind and tourism in WV 28 May 2004, sidebar, p. 5
- Another look at wind offered Chamber reviews additional issues 14 May 2004, p. 1-2
- Red Oak developer scales down project 7 May 2004, p. 2-3 Proposal goes from 50 MW down to 35 MW
- A quick look 7 May 2004, sidebar, p. 2
- Wind permitting process explained 7 May 2004, p. 3
- Residents questions reflect skepticism 7 May 2004, p. 4
- Whats in it for Highland? 7 May 2004, p. 4-5
- Local ordinance plays small role in wind plans 7 May 2004, p. 5
- Correction on 69 KV powerline from last weeks article 23 April 2004, p. 13
- Second wind company eyes county Highlands wind maps attractive to US Wind Force 16 April 2004, p. 1-2
- Chamber requests more forum speakers 16 April 2004, p. 2-3
- Wind power depends on added transmission lines 16 April 2004, p. 3-4
- Plans for Highland wind forum finalized 9 April, p. 5
- CSPDC praised for wind research 2 April 2004, p. 3, plus a photo on p. 1
- Wind experts to converge Local decision makers warned to be ready 26 March 2004, p. 1, 3 Forum scheduled for 29 April
- A quick look 26 March 2004, sidebar, p. 3
- Wind policies all over the map Be specific planner [Darryl Crawford] says 26 March 2004, p. 2
- What is VWEC? [Virginia Wind Energy Collaborative] 26 March 2004, sidebar, p. 2
- Tax breaks sweeten wind developers pot 26 March 2004, p. 4
- Group seeks moratorium on wind farms Worries center on lack of government control 12 March 2004, p. 2-3 Article about the formation of Citizens for Responsible Wind Power
- Wind energy forum may be set for late April 5 March 2004, p. 10
- Small wind power incentive grants offered by USDA to landowners 27 February 2004, p. 9
- Wind power debate stirs again 20 February 2004, p. 1, 4
- Questions about wind turbines from Highlands chamber of commerce 20 February 2004, sidebar, p. 4
- Wind energy came up during a meeting with State Delegate Chris Saxman. I think the concept of wind energy is good but I dont know how it will play out here. 23 January 2004, p. 5
Editorials:
- Editorials published on or after 3 January 2008
- Editorials published in 2007
- Editorials published in 2006
- Editorials published in 2005
- Put your cards on the table 24 December 2004, p.27 an excellent editorial urging the supervisors to explain their positions well before their vote, especially if they plan to approve a project that is contrary to the county comprehensive plan and opposed by a majority of the people.
- Leadership requires persuasion 10 December 2004, p. 29, 32 contrasts the brouhaha in Pendleton with the more orderly process ongoing in Highland.
- Numbers cant be ignored 26 November 2004, p. 29
- Listen to the people, gather the facts 29 October 2004, p. 29
- Sometimes, our elected officials need to follow 1 October 2004, p. 29
- Power beongs to the people 17 September 2004, p. 29-30
- Wind Power Now More Than Just Talk 30 July 2004, p. 29,31
- Facts are in place, its time for some action 2 July 2004, p. 29,33
- Industrial Wind Power - Decide Now 4 June 2004, p. 29,32
- Dont miss the next wind forum 14 May 2004, p. 31
- Wind utilities wrong for Highland 7 May 2004, p. 29,32
- Forum good beginning but just a start 16 April 2004, p. 27 there is a map along with the editiorial
- So what do you think? Good government decisions require public input 2 April 2004, p. 29,31
- Defining this countys character with wind Highland chamber poses some good questions 20 February 2004, p. 25, 27
Letters:
- Letters published on or after 3 January 2008
- Letters published in 2007
- Letters published in 2006
- Letters published in 2005
- Facts needed to stop wind development William Crisp, Lexington, VA 24 December 2004, p. 28
- Vote a resounding no wind development Larry and Susan Held, Monterey 24 December 2004, p.29,31
- Pendleton citizens address wind concerns Glenn and Viola J. Riggleman, Franklin 24 December 2004, p. 29 Letter to the WV Public Service Commission opposing the Liberty Gap project.
- Pendleton experience offers a warning Rich Holman, Monterey 17 December 2004, p. 26
- Wind power endangers our legacy Russell Bounds, Oakland, MD 17 December 2004, p. 27
- Is wind energy our goal? Sharon Hevener, Hightown 10 December 2004, p. 30
- Wind farms like a cancer Thomas M. Stevens, Vienna, VA 3 December 2004, p. 30
- Shouldnt the board represent the people? Keith H. Powell, Frederick, MD 26 November 2004, p. 30
- Highland turbines a great injustice David Carter, Rapid City, SD 26 November 2004, p. 30
- A balanced approach to wind energy development in Virginia Rick Webb, Monterey [unsigned] 26 November 2004, p. 32
- Community rights can trump private prerogatives Faye M. Chapman, Blue Grass 5 November 2004, p. 30
- Private property is not truly owned G. K. McClung, Hightown 5 November 2004, p. 32
- Dangerous act of vandalism The McBride Family, Hightown 5 November 2004, p. 32.
The McBrides own the property being proposed for wind development. We sincerely hope that opposition to their project has not turned nasty. Vandalism and terrorism have no place in what, so far, has been an exercise in democracy and civil discourse.
- One mans project could become countys burden Dennis L. Coppedge, Madison, VA 29 October 2004, p.30
- Heres a newcomer whos for a lot of things Chuck Neely, Hightown 29 October 2004, p. 31
- Highlands beauty should not be negotiable Walter L. Williams, Bullpasture LP 22 October 2004, p. 30
- Wind decision shouldnt be centered on one man Judy L. Skeen, Monterey 22 October 2004, p. 31
- Readers support survey [to determine pubic opinion on wind power] Susan and Joe Johnston, Annapolis, MD 15 October 2004, p. 26
- It depends on the meaning of not [correction to last weeks letter] Jenifer M. Bradford 15 October 2004, p.26
- Wind power application should be declined Karen Dworkin & Jim Brodsky, Monterey 15 October 2004, p. 27-28
- Vote down windmills Robert C. Hilton, Nashville, TN 8 October 2004, p.26
- Ridgetop windmills said to be bat killers Rick Webb, Monterey 8 October 2004, p. 27
- Dont cast future to wind Jenifer M. Bradford, Staunton 8 October 2004, p. 28
- Reader appreciates time to think Sandy Hevener, Blue Grass 8 October 2004, p. 28
- Reader has got that sinking feeling Larry Held, Monterey 1 October 2004, p. 30
- Dont let it get you down Leslie Goodall, Hightown 1 October 2004, p. 31
- Take a poll Karen Praeg, Monterey 1 October 2004, p. 31
- Take care, wind vote a defining moment Lucile Miller 1 October 2004, p. 31,33
- Whats the hurry? A lot of questions remain Patti Reum, Hightown 1 October 2004, p. 32
- The big winners are wind developers Tom Brody, Hightown 1 October 2004, p. 34
- Ask and ye shall receive Harold Conover, Carson, VA 24 September 2004, p. 30
- No reason to rush wind power decision Nancy Witschey, Blue Grass 24 September 2004, p. 32
- Save trees, oppose wind farm and shooting range Bill Ellenberg, Monterey 10 September 2004, p. 30
- If turbines built hes leaving Jeffrey Arrowsmith, Saluda, VA 10 September 2004, p. 31
- Wind facility opponents illogical Cliff Rexrode, Waynesboro 3 September 2004, p. 30
- A damaging legacy to be avoided McChesney Goodall III 3 September 2004, p. 30
- You cant unring a bell: Oppose wind project Robert W. Maupin, Louisa, VA 3 September 2004, p. 31
- Wind machines will destroy beauty Linda and Gary Christle, Prince William County 3 September 2004, p. 31
- Wind energy plans: Looking for real solutions Chuck Neely, Hightown 3 September 2004, p. 32,34 Suggested alternatives to wind power to boost Highlands economy.
- Wind farms not suitable Nancy F. Witschey, Blue Grass 27 August 2004, p. 30
- Removing height limit invites chaos Jeffrey Arrowsmith, Saluda, VA 27 August 2004, P. 30
- People, not windmills, are Highlands future Deborah Huso, Bolar 27 August 2004, p. 31
- Tranquility is treasured Aaron K. Weeter, Arlington, VA 27 August 2004, p. 32
- Ridge height restrictions in place for a reason Olwen Jarvis, New Bern, NC 20 August 2004, p. 26
- Highland is steward of a natural treasure Ann B. Robertson, Winston-Salem, NC 20 August 2004, p. 26
- Lets keep Highland as Virginias Switzerland James H. and Janine Hughes, Williamsburg, VA 20 August 2004, p. 27
- Recorder reporting said biased; wind generation taxes needed Charles Schooler 13 August 2004, p. 30
- Why is wind energy considered? Mike and Margaret Christle, Blacksburg 13 August 2004, p. 30-31
- Wind decision too important to rush Laurie Berman, Hightown 6 August 2004, p. 26
- Lets not be Virginias guinea pig Sandy Hevener, Blue Grass 6 August 2004, p. 26
- Conservation shouldnt hinge on endangered species laws John F. Pagels, PhD 6 August 2004, p. 28
- Turbines driven by subsidies William H. Ferguson, Newport News 6 August 2004, p. 28
- Wind turbines: Just say no Dont close door on history Elizabeth H. McClung, Hightown 16 July 2004, p. 30
- Money cant buy food for the soul Sarah Mustoe et al, Highland Park, NJ 2 July 2004, p. 31
- Dont get them [wind turbines] just because they are available Kring Campbell, Staunton 25 June 2004, p. 26
- Reader decries loss of deserts beauty Nancy Smith, Hot Springs 4 June 2004, p. 30 letter includes a photo of turbines around Palm Springs, CA
- Speaker emphasizes fragile assets of Highland Michael Siegel, one of the second forum speakers 28 May 2004, p. 30
- Keep Highland Countys natural beauty intact Karen Doane, Head Waters 28 May 2004, p. 30
- Point... Welcome windmills to Highland with open arms Geoffrey G. Cox, Kill Devil Hills, NC 21 May 2004, p. 30,32
- Counterpoint... Multiple wind farms will not enhance tourism The Biggs Family, Johns Island, SC 21 May 2004, p. 30,32
- Point... Chamber plans own forum Charlotte Stephenson and D. Brian Richardson 30 April 2004, p. 30
- Counterpoint... Assumption of bias unfounded Robin Sullenberger 30 April 2004, p. 30
- Highland is a magical place Zoning is here for a reason Randy Richardson, Monterey 23 April 2004, p. 30-31
- Are wind turbines necessary? Sara Brody, Hightown 16 April 2004, p. 29
- Are windmills worth it? Paula Stahl, Tucker County, WV 16 April 2004, p. 30
John R. Sweet, Mustoe, VA
Part of the Backbone Mountain project in Tucker County, WV. These are reported to be 345 feet high while those proposed for Highland are expected to be 400 feet high. Photo by Sandy Hevener
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