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NORMAL -- Work on McLean County’s second wind farm could begin this summer. The McLean County Board approved Invenergy’s request for a special-use permit for the 100-turbine White Oak Wind Energy Center in western McLean County and part of Woodford County on Tuesday.

Joel Link, Midwest director of business development for Invenergy, said the company needs to finish up a few things, including determining final turbine placement, but could apply for building permits in a couple of months.

Meanwhile, Melissa McGrath, the Bloomington attorney representing residents who oppose the wind farm, said she will be discussing a possible appeal of the County Board’s decision with her clients.  Click Here for the complete Pantagraph story.

At a glance

What does this mean to you?

Invenergy will be able to build a 100-turbine wind farm on 12,212 acres in western McLean County.

Background

The McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals recommended a special-use permit for the project on Feb. 8, after 12 days of often heated testimony.

How they voted?

17-1; Tari Renner voted no; Ann Harding was absent; a replacement has not been named for Duffy Bass, who died last week.