Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Vt. wind developer sends no trespass notices for construction zone

SHEFFIELD, Vt. — A number of Vermonters opposed to construction of a wind power project in Sheffield say they've been sent "no trespass orders" by the developer.

An attorney representing a group of residents of Sheffield and Sutton opposed to the 16-turbine, $90 million project says it's a mystery to her why First Wind didn't just post "no trespassing" signs.

Stephanie Kaplan tells the Caledonian Record "maybe sending these notices is more intimidating and therefore more to their way of doing business."

First Wind spokesman John Lamontagne says the notices are needed because the area is becoming a busy construction site. He doesn't know how many notices were sent.

The first turbines could arrive at the construction site next week.

Kaplan says she is seeking an expedited appeal with the Vermont Supreme Court.

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