Old Myrtle Road solar facility

CEP Solar's project manager said the project exceeds every setback and sound requirement, keeps 100+ acres in crops, and preserves the Perry family's farm; noted 100+ volunteer hours and community letters of support.

Son-in-law of the late Sam Pete Perry, he explained the solar lease was his father-in-law's plan to keep the 500-acre family farm viable for future generations.

Founder of Hero Kids Foundation praised CEP Solar's volunteer work and community investment, calling the company a good neighbor.

Resident of Old Myrtle Road said he surveyed residents over five miles of the road and found overwhelming opposition, citing trucks, flooding, fire response, wildlife and property value concerns.

Landowner whose family sold the Perry land and whose great-grandparents lie in the on-site cemetery said she strongly opposes the project and asked the council to protect the burial site.

Four-generation Old Myrtle Road resident opposed the project, citing farmland impacts, flooding history, and rising water tables in the swamp area.

Homeowner said he was never contacted by the developer, and warned about narrow Old Myrtle Road carrying construction trucks and about solar fire risks requiring far more water than local trucks carry.

Resident two-tenths of a mile away said she also got no notice, backed the Planning Commission's denial, and warned of flooding, road conditions and loss of Suffolk's rural character.