A special workshop on wind energy will be held on Thursday, April 13, 2006.  This is an opportunity to hear about the economic picture for wind towers and in particular some information to protect the land owner in making leases with wind farm developers.

Time:  1:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: NW MI Horticultural Research Station
Cost:  $20 per person payable at the door - includes a notebook & refreshments 

Agenda

- Welcome - Jim Bardenhagen, Leelanau MSU Extension Director
- Visit New Wind Meter at Research Station
- Economics & Other Considerations for Wind Towers - Steve Harsh, 
   MSU Ag Economics 
- Leasing with Wind Developers - Factors to Consider  - Lisa Szymecko, Lawyer & Engineer
- Zoning and Other Local Issues & Concerns - Jim Bardenhagen

Please register by calling the Leelanau MSU Extension office at 231-256-9888.  Call if you have any questions.

Please send any comments or suggestions regarding this site to: 
Bill Klein, kleinw@msu.edu

Last Revised: 4-5-06