Special Event | Part 2, KCE Public Information Meeting Comfort,TX 29 JAN 24

The community raises concerns about the composition and safety of the batteries, emergency response and firefighting challenges, tax abatement and financial considerations, community engagement and transparency, water contamination and environmental impact, light pollution and dark skies, alternative funding and community support, and lease agreements and plotting requirements. The community meeting addressed various concerns and opposition to the proposed project. Citizens expressed worries about incorporation, lack of citizen involvement, and the need to be more informed about who is buying and leasing property in the area. There were also discussions about lawsuits and controversies surrounding SK Energy, the company involved in the project. Concerns were raised about fire safety, equipment testing, and the potential for cybersecurity risks. The lack of transparency in the contract and distrust in the company were also major themes. The community showed unity and determination to fight against the project, while supporters of the project also voiced their opinions. The meeting also touched on issues related to tax abatement, water usage, zoning, and the decision-making process of the county commissioner's court.