Zoning Board of Appeals 9/29/26 - Session 1 Part 2 Recording

Peoria County Zoning Board of Appeals hearing, September 29, 2026: The board continued testimony and cross-examination concerning a proposed wind-energy project associated with Repsol, focusing on an expert toxicologist’s views about turbine noise, infrasound, health effects, and applicable Illinois and local siting standards. The witness said he had been retained in spring or early summer 2026, estimated compensation of about $30,000 at a rate of $500 per hour, and stated that roughly half of his consulting revenue comes from energy developers. The exchange also addressed his work history for wind developers and the interpretation of state noise regulations and World Health Organization guidance; objections on relevance, foundation, and question form were made and ruled on, and the hearing paused for a break.

No contract award, solicitation, purchasing decision, public budget allocation, or other procurement action was identified. The discussion concerned project siting and expert testimony rather than government procurement.