With the Atlantic Shores Wind Farm proposed off the coast of Long Beach Island before the state Board of Public Utilities for the right to generate electricity, there’s a growing movement on the Island seeking the opportunity for more public input from officials and taxpayers. The BPU is expected to have its decision in June.
“We need to have a voice so unintended consequences don’t negatively impact” the Island, Surf City Councilman Peter Hartney said last week.
His comments came during the Feb. 10 borough council meeting, where he brought the issue to light, nearly four months…
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