We champion a spirit of cooperation and responsibility.

We urge the Town of Copake and the solar developer Hecate, to negotiate an agreement  with compromise on both sides.

Hecate has already promised…

• to provide $5M - $7M in taxes to Copake.

• to protect wetlands.
  Hecate must abide by NY State’s strict environmental regulations in order to build Shepherd’s Run.

• to graze sheep alongside the solar panels, grow native plants and cultivate pollinator species.
  Ending the use of pesticides and fertilizers will help restore tired, depleted soils.

• to help build a key section of the Harlem Valley Rail Trail.

• to contribute a hefty budget for screening of panels with trees and shrubs.