The Proposed Crossroads PILOT:
A decades-long investment in Morrow County
The Crossroads Solar Grazing Center has applied to the Ohio Department of Development to participate in the QEP/PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) program. If approved by the Morrow County Commissioners, the 94 MW solar facility will generate $846,000 for Morrow County taxing jurisdictions every year for up to 40 years, which is 31 times what the land currently generates in taxes. The Cardington-Lincoln School District would receive annual payments of approximately $348,000 without offsetting reductions in state need-based education funding.
The PILOT translates to $33.8 million of stable, guaranteed revenue over 40 years for Morrow County, including approximately $13.9 million for the Cardington-Lincoln Local School District.
What is a “PILOT?”
The PILOT (Payment In Lieu of Taxes) program allows local communities to create a lasting partnership with a utility-scale solar facility that will provide significant and sustaining revenues for schools and local governments, while creating jobs and economic activity.
Find out more about the proposed Crossroads PILOT on our PILOT Fact Sheet.
PILOT Benefits
Predictable Revenue – The PILOT provides predictable, long-term revenue that is not subject to changing construction costs, power markets, assessment methodology, etc.
In-State Labor – The PILOT requires that 70% of the 150-plus construction jobs be performed by Ohio-based workers.
RUMA – The Project is required to fund costs to repair any damage to public roads resulting from the construction, operation, and decommissioning of the facility, typically by entering into a bonded, Road Use and Maintenance Agreement with the County.
Emergency Services – The Project is required to provide training and necessary equipment to local first responders.
Education Support – The Project is required to work with a local university or vocational school on programming, funding, or similar endeavors related to renewable energy.
