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Wind locations are very site specific, site <br /> evaluations being required by the Massachusetts Technology <br /> Collaborative if funding is, being sought . <br /> There was some discussion regarding maintenance <br /> contract and expenses, in an approximate annual amount of <br /> $40 . 00. <br /> Wind Power and Smart Growth - Community growth, <br /> environmental impacts, and renewable energy alternatives <br /> were also discussed. <br /> Ensuring Good Wind Installations is Key to Having <br /> Higher Public Acceptance of the. Technology - Understanding <br /> of the technology is extremely important . Taller towers <br /> are essential, the bottom of the blade sweep should be at <br /> least -ft. above the tallest obstacle within Soo-ft . of <br /> the tower. Free growth and the turbulent zone should be <br /> taken into consideration. Roof-mounted and vertical axis <br /> machines should be avoided as research indicates this type <br /> of technology simply does not work, they do not produce the <br /> power. Them has been no professional or governmental <br /> support over the years for this type of technology. <br /> There was some discussion regarding the possible <br /> damages caused by vibrations in connection with mounted <br /> turbines . Ms. Anmsler volunteered to provide the Board with <br /> information regarding reputable manufacturing companies <br /> ( . E. being sold out of equipment to 2009) . <br /> Effect of Obstructions - The Town of Hall claims that <br /> their turbine has had only a positive impact upon their <br /> community and that support for such has increased after the <br /> installation. <br /> Visual Impact/Noise Levels - Ms . Amster encouraged <br /> Board Members to visit and in sect some of the existing <br /> turbines. <br /> Bird Deaths in Perspective - This is not an issue of <br /> concern with the smaller machines. Massachusetts Audubon <br /> and other -scientific agencies are claiming that climate <br /> changes and pollution faders have a far greater impact on <br /> bird wildlife than wind installations. Towers are now <br /> being designed to discourage bird nesting a-s well . <br />