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Protecting Yorktown\u2019s Residential Districts from Large-Scale Ground-Mounted Solar
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<\/i>SIGN THE PETITION<\/span><\/a><\/div>
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About Us<\/h2>\n<\/div>

We are concerned citizens<\/strong> working together to ensure that solar energy is developed responsibly\u2014protecting our communities, landscapes, and property values. While we support renewable energy, we oppose large-scale, ground-mounted solar in residential districts that could permanently alter the character of our town.<\/p>\n

Yorktown is a beautiful bedroom community with natural woodlands and a suburban charm that must be preserved.\u00a0Yorktown\u2019s forests and green spaces could be cut clear for large-scale, ground-mounted solar installations, harming property values and the environment.<\/p>\n

We are calling on the Town Board to act now to prevent the destruction of our community\u2019s character.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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What We Support<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><\/div>

\u2713<\/strong><\/span> Residential Rooftop Solar Installations
\n\u2713<\/strong><\/span> Commercial Solar on Existing Structures
\n\u2713<\/strong><\/span> Solar Development in Industrial Zones
\n\u2713\u00a0<\/strong>Preserving the Beauty & Character of our Communities<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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What We Oppose<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><\/div>

\u2a2f<\/strong><\/span> Large-Scale Ground-Mounted Solar in Residential Districts
\n\u2a2f<\/strong><\/span> Loss of Yorktown\u2019s Natural Beauty
\n\u2a2f<\/strong><\/span> Destruction of Wildlife Habitats
\n\u2a2f<\/strong><\/span> Decline in Property Values<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Why This Matters<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Yorktown\u2019s Future<\/h2><\/div>

Our Town Board must stop considering reckless development of large-scale ground-mounted solar in residential districts. These projects will permanently alter the character of our neighborhoods and diminish residents quality of life.
\nPreserve Yorktown\u2019s character and livability for its residents.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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No Benefit for Residents<\/h2><\/div>

Large-scale ground-mounted solar in residential districts won\u2019t lower electricity costs or provide power for Yorktown residents. Instead, these projects benefit developers and outside areas, leaving local homeowners with none of the advantages.
\nResidents get the burden, while energy is sent elsewhere!<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Property Impacts<\/h2><\/div>

Large-scale ground-mounted solar in residential districts destroy the suburban feel of our neighborhoods and reduce property values. Once installed, the impact to our communities is irreversible, leaving behind permanent damage.
\nOnce they\u2019re built, the damage is done!<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Environmental Risks<\/h2><\/div>

Large-scale ground-mounted solar in residential districts often leads to widespread deforestation, eliminates wildlife habitats, and permanently alters our natural landscapes. The damage is permanent.
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