The Piedmont Board of Trustees on Tuesday accepted—but has not yet approved—a petition for the voluntary annexation of nearly 130 acres adjacent to the town. Board President Phil Anderson said the petition is now under legal review by attorney Zach Peterson to verify its validity before the board votes on annexation and begins the zoning process.
The land, valued at about $3.8 million, is owned by eight property owners. Seven of them, representing roughly 85% of the assessed valuation, signed the petition—exceeding the state’s requirement for voluntary annexation. Anderson said he expects the board to ultimately approve the request, noting the area relies on town services despite previously resisting incorporation.
The annexation push follows the state’s approval of a license for Simon Contractors to operate a limestone mine near Piedmont along I‑90, a plan that has upset nearby residents who say they had little warning. The mine includes 57 acres owned by the Policky family—the only landowners who did not sign the petition. Residents have begun working with state lawmakers to strengthen mining regulations.
Anderson met Wednesday with representatives from Simon Contractors but did not disclose details of the discussion.
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