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Newly released documents provide details on the proposed Apple Blossom and White Tail energy projects near Tuckerman. The plans include solar generation and battery storage across thousands of acres. A public meeting is scheduled to discuss the proposal, tax agreements and community concerns.
Documents shared by the city of Tuckerman show the proposed Apple Blossom and White Tail energy projects would be located on thousands of acres near the city.
Project records identify the developer as BGTF Arkansas Solar Holdings, which documents describe as a subsidiary or affiliate of Brookfield Renewable Partners.
According to project documents, the development could include solar generation, battery storage and other related energy infrastructure.
Materials presented to county officials estimate the projects would represent billions of dollars in private investment.
The documents also include proposed Payment In Lieu Of Taxes, or PILOT, agreements.
Under those agreements, the company would make payments to local taxing entities in place of traditional property taxes.
The proposed agreements state those payments would equal 35 percent of what property taxes would otherwise be.
Additional correspondence between project representatives and local officials discusses concerns related to roads, water infrastructure and emergency services.
In an email to Tuckerman Mayor Zack Graham, a Brookfield representative said the company is reviewing an economic impact assessment, discussing infrastructure needs with local leaders and planning additional opportunities for people to learn more about the project.
The same email states the anticipated construction timeline has shifted, with the project, if approved, now expected to begin during the first quarter of 2027.
Tuckerman officials have scheduled a public meeting for Wednesday at 6 p.m. at City Hall to discuss the proposal and hear from residents.
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