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Represented Western Way supporting affordable, reliable energy and the 100-foot setback.

Representing Key Capture Energy, supported the 100-foot setback grounded in facts and data.

Spoke on behalf of Vets Forward supporting the 100-foot setback for reliable energy and grid stability.

Represented Arizona Solar Energy Industries Association supporting the 100-foot setback.

Spoke in favor of the 100-foot BESS setback, citing modern safety tech and community growth.

Representing APS, proposed a variable setback range from 100 to 500 feet to build trust and flexibility.

Landowner supporting the 100-foot setback and questioning additional restrictions.

Supported the 100-foot setback on behalf of Solar United Neighbors, highlighting safety and local clean energy benefits.

Expressed support for clean energy storage to ensure reliable power and safety.

Planning Commissioner urged approval of the 100-foot setback, citing modern safety standards and energy needs.

Representing NextEra Energy Resources, criticized the overlay framework and encouraged regional consistency.

A Surprise landowner expressed support for the 100-foot setback, noting it aligns with industry standards and realistic infrastructure needs.

A representative from Key Capture Energy spoke in favor of the 100-foot setback based on NFPA and fire risk standards.

Speaking for the Arizona Solar Energy Industries Association, she supported the 100-foot setback and suggested incorporating plume study pathways.

A Glendale resident and former teacher spoke in favor of clean, reliable energy and the 100-foot setback ordinance.

A Buckeye resident supported the 100-foot setback, emphasizing modern safety features and regional competitiveness.

An APS public affairs manager highlighted the importance of energy storage for grid reliability and supported the 100-foot setback or plume study option.

A representative of Veterans Power America supported clean energy reliability, veteran job opportunities, and the 100-foot setback.

Spoke about Islam and mosques in Surprise.

Spoke about religious freedom and mosques in Surprise.

Shared insights from the community group working on rural standards, emphasizing that animal care costs money and that reasonable animal and building caps are needed to protect rural livelihoods.

Expressed gratitude to the commission for prioritizing residents and protecting rural areas from urban sprawl.