Shawboro East Ridge Solar support

Griffin, a landowner hosting solar panels, urged approval, saying the decade-long process has been thorough and renewable energy serves a good purpose.

Etheridge, a participating landowner, praised the company as easy to work with, questioned whether rooftop solar panels face the same storm scrutiny, and highlighted the tax revenue benefit.

Ferebee, who farms around the solar farm, said the company keeps its promises, praised the fire department's capability, and welcomed the tax revenue and the county's embrace of green energy.

Ferebee, co-owner of Ferebee and Son, said the company has met every request and said he looks forward to the expansion.