Ranger Power

Phil Verges - Gilman Township, Wisconsin Board Chair

• Had a conflict of interest with Ranger Power as he received payment for leasing his land
• Communicated to the board on behalf of Ranger Power, participated in meetings regarding the project, and did not recuse himself in meetings regarding the project
• Advised the Gilman Township board to limit the amount of public meetings on the project 
• Was involved in "initial" board meetings for the project, despite the board knowing there was a conflict of interest
• After confirming his previous involvement in the solar project was illegal, he goes on to choose his replacement on the board, doesn't recuse himself at meetings about the solar project, and participates in those meetings
• Directs the board to "find wording" in the township's comprehensive plan (which forbids the solar project) to justify the project and admits it "might take some study"