September 9, 2025

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on Thursday October

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday October 9, 2025, the McKean County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing at 6:00PM. The public hearing will be held in the Grange Building at the McKean County Fairgrounds, 7172 Route 46, Smethport, PA 16749. The purpose of this hearing is to consider the adoption of a proposed addendum to the ordinance entitled: Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance of McKean County, to Provide for the regulation of Wind Energy Facilities. This Ordinance establishes comprehensive regulations for siting, operation, monitoring, and decommissioning of utility-scale wind energy facilities within McKean County. The proposed ordinance includes: Permit requirement through the County Planning Commission. Application studies addressing noise, shadow flicker, hydrogeology, wildlife, and visual impacts. Minimum setback distances from property lines, dwellings, wells, roads, wetlands, and public lands. Standards for noise, vibration, fire safety, and environmental protections. Requirements for decommissioning, restoration, and financial security. And Procedures for public participation and enforcement of compliance. The full text of the proposed ordinance may be examined at www.mckeancountypa.gov/departments/planning_commission/index.php or a physical copy may be examined in the Commissioners wing of the McKean County Courthouse at 500 west main street, Smethport, PA 16749 between the hours of 830AM and 430PM, Monday to Friday when open.

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