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Iberia Parish residents urge council to extend solar project moratorium

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NEW IBERIA, La. (NEWS 15) — Iberia Parish residents gathered in the council chambers to voice their opinions on solar energy projects in their area. An ordinance banning solar projects is set to expire in August, prompting many community members to urge the council to extend the moratorium.

“As residents, we expect our local leaders to protect and enhance the beauty and integrity of our land and waterways, not to industrialize them,” Denise Broussard said.

Concerns have arisen as a company considers building a solar farm in Iberia Parish.

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