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Copper Rays Solar Project Approval→At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Public comments (25)
Spoke in favor of Copper Rays Solar, highlighting construction jobs and tax revenues.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:30:03 →Urged the board to vote no on the solar project.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:29:41 →Supported the project, noting developer contributions like a splash pad at Simpkins Park.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:35:30 →Expressed regret moving to Pahrump due to proliferating solar projects and potential heat/water impacts.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:37:40 →Emphasized the need for a comprehensive route management plan to protect off-road recreation trails.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:40:01 →Raised concerns about environmental studies, soil disturbance, OHV access, and weed proliferation.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:41:47 →Urged denial of the project, citing unfulfilled past promises, water depletion, and dust hazards.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:43:58 →Supported the project for local jobs and responsible environmental mitigation measures.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:46:10 →Supported the project as a long-term economic benefit for the next generations.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:47:49 →Voiced strong opposition from southern Pahrump residents regarding property values, heat plumes, and electromagnetic interference.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:49:45 →Supported the project, noting modern 'soft touch' construction methods that preserve native flora and fauna.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:52:00 →Urged the board to reject the project and locate solar on rooftops or industrial areas.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:54:10 →Representing Basin and Range Watch, urged denial due to groundwater impacts and tortoise habitat destruction.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:57:29 →Expressed concerns about recreational trail closures and the need for enforceable community contracts.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 1:59:14 →Supported the project as a local union member seeking employment and economic relief.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:01:29 →Opposed the project, stating developers leave abandoned infrastructure behind.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:06:40 →Supported the project for significant tax revenue and long-term economic growth.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:07:24 →Expressed full support as a lifetime resident and business owner for economic growth.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:20:11 →Opposed the project, calling solar promises a dangling carrot.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:21:13 →Voiced opposition on behalf of long-time Pahrump residents.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:24:23 →Briefly stated opposition to the solar project.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Oct 20, 2026 · 2:24:51 →Represented Solar United Neighbors, discussing solar buying programs and community benefit agreements.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Aug 18, 2026 · 3:10:20 →Spoke on behalf of Laborers Local 872 supporting solar projects for local jobs and economic stimulus.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Aug 18, 2026 · 3:49:26 →Expressed concerns regarding nighttime lighting, dark skies, migratory birds, and noise near Beatty.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Jan 21, 2026 · 2:14:16 →Voiced opposition to developers requesting waivers and variances for solar projects in Beatty.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Jan 21, 2026 · 2:21:57 →