Lorain County

Nov. 6, 2025

A statement from the Lorain County Farm Bureau Board of Trustees:

The Lorain County Farm Bureau is committed to protecting productive farmland, supporting responsible land-use decisions, and ensuring a strong future for agriculture in our region.

Consistent with the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation’s support for farmland preservation and local control of land-use planning, we believe that large-scale industrial development proposals must be carefully reviewed for their long-term impact on our rural community and the viability of agriculture in our area.

In keeping with that principle, we encourage landowners and local decision-makers to prioritize farmland preservation. Our local leaders have the tools to support both the agricultural heritage and the economic future of Lorain County. With this in mind, we strongly question if either the sewer project or mega site will balance this agricultural foundation with other economic interests of our community. This project must be given a comprehensive and transparent review and allow for robust discussion with the community. Agriculture has been a vital industry in Lorain County since its inception, and we must make sure that agriculture remains the backbone of its economic future.

“No Mega Site, No Sewers, Keep It Rural”

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