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November 8, 2026 at 5:40 AM
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Peosta's City Council is taking a bold step by forming a Citizens Data Center Ordinance Advisory Committee to shape the future of local land use!

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Peosta council establishes citizens advisory committee for data-center ordinance
Peosta council approved a resolution creating a seven-member ad hoc Citizens Data Center Ordinance Advisory Committee, with residency preference for city residents and an application deadline of Nov. 30.
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November 8, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Kentucky electric cooperatives are standing firm: data centers must foot the bill for grid upgrades to protect local ratepayers and ensure reliability amidst rising energy demands.

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Kentucky co-ops tell lawmakers data centers must pay grid upgrades, not ratepayers
Kentucky electric cooperatives told the Natural Resources Committee that data centers should bear interconnection and upgrade costs, stressing tariffs and special contracts meant to protect local ratepayers and support reliability as load grows.
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November 9, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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Rockbridge County is set to redefine data centers with new zoning amendments, aiming to tighten regulations and enhance community input during the upcoming Planning Commission meeting on Nov. 10, 2026.

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Rockbridge staff propose new 'data center' definition and special-exception process
County staff propose removing 'data centers' from the Public Utility Service definition and adding a standalone definition, making data centers a use by special exception in selected districts (including I-1) so conditions can be imposed; the Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing Nov. 10, 2026.
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November 9, 2026 at 11:57 AM
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Lincoln County's committee is keeping a proposed moratorium on new data centers in limbo after heated debates about its effectiveness and jurisdictional challenges.

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Lincoln County committee leaves proposed moratorium on new data centers under review
The county’s Administrative & Legislative Committee considered a proposed interim control ordinance that would pause approvals of data centers; after debate about scope, water use and legal reach, the committee voted to take no immediate action and keep the item in committee for further study.
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November 7, 2026 at 8:14 AM
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St. Johns County has hit pause on medium and large data centers for a year, allowing officials to reassess land-use and zoning standards before any new applications are accepted.

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St. Johns County imposes one-year moratorium on medium and large data centers
The board adopted an ordinance imposing a one-year planning moratorium on medium and large data-center applications, effective Nov. 15, to give staff time to review land-use, zoning and compatibility standards.
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November 6, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Ashland County is gearing up for a pivotal decision on a moratorium for large data centers, with supervisors pushing for comprehensive regulations on solar farms and decommissioning.

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Board signals review of data‑center moratorium, supervisors call for decommissioning rules
The county administrator said the zoning committee will consider a moratorium on large data centers; supervisors urged the moratorium to address solar farms, battery storage and decommissioning responsibilities as related land‑use and grid impacts emerge.
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November 3, 2026 at 5:48 AM
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St. Johns County has just enacted a groundbreaking one-year moratorium on medium and large data centers to ensure smarter planning and infrastructure development!

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St. Johns County enacts one‑year moratorium on medium and large data centers
The county enacted an ordinance, effective Nov. 15, 2026, imposing a one‑year moratorium on medium and large data center applications to allow staff to develop siting rules and coordinate with utilities and water management; vote was 5‑0.
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November 6, 2026 at 10:28 AM
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Residents are rallying for stricter regulations on data centers, demanding a 24-month moratorium and stronger protections for the environment before further development can take place.

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Residents urge tougher rules or moratorium extension on county data‑center toolkit
Residents told the council the proposed data‑center toolkit is inadequate and asks for extended moratoriums, stricter site limits, water‑use bans and community oversight; council members said a county moratorium remains in effect and asked to table the toolkit for more information.
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November 6, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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The County Board is poised to vote on a significant temporary planning moratorium for data centers that could reshape local development—what's at stake?

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County to consider temporary planning moratorium on data centers, effective Nov. 15, 2026
The Board is scheduled Nov. 3, 2026 to consider an ordinance enacting a temporary planning moratorium on data centers, prepared at the Board's direction and presented previously on Oct. 6; the ordinance is proposed to take effect Nov. 15, 2026.
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November 3, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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The midterm races Asia’s AI industry should be watching
< article id="post-952169"> SINGAPORE – When it comes to the 2026 US elections, the congressional midterms draw most of the media attention. Will the Democrats take back the House? Can they get a majority in the Senate, too? For Asia, though, the outcome will not immediately affect the two issues
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November 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Texas Data Center Crackdown: What It Means for AI and the Market - Cozzy Energy Solutions
Morgan Stanley cautions that stricter data center regulations in Texas may negatively impact companies involved in artificial intelligence, although the overall investment cycle is not expected to be significantly altered, according to a summary from Bualuang Securities (BLS) detailing the bank’s analysis. The summary also forecasts potential support for US consumer spending, resulting from modified
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November 5, 2026 at 6:41 AM
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Cass County is revisiting a critical zoning amendment for data centers after multiple delays—what changes are on the table?

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Cass County zoning amendment proposes new rules for data centers
The Cass County Board was presented with RES 2026-11 (Revised), a proposed amendment to Section 8.25 of the county zoning code addressing data centers; the item had been tabled at multiple prior meetings and was listed for discussion on Nov. 3, 2026.
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November 5, 2026 at 1:29 AM
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A local resident is pushing for a 24-month moratorium on data center developments in Hardin County to assess their environmental and community impacts.

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Resident presents draft 24-month moratorium on data centers, urging study of impacts
A member of the public delivered a draft resolution asking Hardin County to impose an immediate minimum 24-month moratorium on data-center rezonings, permits and related builds to allow study of impacts to water, power, zoning and decommissioning.
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November 4, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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St. Johns County has taken a bold step by enacting a one-year moratorium on medium and large data centers to address community concerns about infrastructure and sustainability.

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Board enacts one‑year moratorium on medium and large data centers to study siting and infrastructure
The commission adopted an ordinance imposing a temporary planning moratorium, effective Nov. 15, 2026, suspending acceptance/processing of medium and large data center applications for one year while staff coordinates rules with utilities and the St. Johns River Water Management District.
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November 4, 2026 at 3:33 PM
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Big changes are on the horizon for Cache County as the Planning Commission prepares to tackle data center regulations, a new subdivision, and more at their upcoming meeting!

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Cache County Planning Commission asked to consider data‑centers code changes and three‑lot subdivision
The Cache County Planning Commission is scheduled to meet Nov. 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse Council Chambers. The agenda includes a public hearing on a data‑centers code amendment, a three‑lot subdivision in Mendon, a variance in Avon, and a landfill CUP amendment near Clarkston.
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November 4, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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Acworth City Council just approved a unanimous 12-month moratorium on data centers, driven by public concerns over their impact on utilities and the community!

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Acworth adopts 12‑month moratorium on data centers after public concern
After public comment expressing concerns about edge‑AI data centers, the council approved a 12‑month moratorium (RS2026‑24) to study local ordinances and impacts on utilities and public services; the vote was unanimous and the item will appear on the consent agenda.
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November 3, 2026 at 11:03 PM
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Mexico, Missouri is taking a bold step to regulate data-center development, ensuring community concerns over noise, water use, and environmental impact are heard before moving forward.

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Mexico council advances data-center ordinance, extends moratorium to end of November
City staff presented draft rules that would confine data centers to industrial zones and require utility letters, noise studies and decommissioning plans; council extended a temporary moratorium through the end of November and scheduled a Nov. 9 public hearing.
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November 2, 2026 at 10:44 PM
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Forsyth County is pushing for greater local control over data centers, aiming to repeal downzoning prohibitions and possibly implement a moratorium on new applications.

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Commissioners approve legislative goals; discussion emphasizes restoring local control over data centers, possible moratorium
The board approved legislative goals to submit to the North Carolina General Assembly and discussed pursuing repeal of downzoning prohibitions and other measures to increase local authority over data-center regulation. Staff said they would coordinate with NCACC and the county's delegation.
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November 2, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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Coppell's council just approved new zoning measures that could change the future of data centers and cryptocurrency mining—are they prepared for the local impact?

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Council approves zoning updates requiring special-use permits for data centers and related facilities
Council unanimously approved proposed zoning changes that would require data centers, cryptocurrency mining facilities and temporary concrete batch plants to obtain special-use permits with public notice, Planning & Zoning Commission review and council approval; the final ordinance is scheduled to return Oct. 27.
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November 1, 2026 at 10:42 PM
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Arlington's commission is redefining broadband access and data center regulations—discover how these changes could impact your community!

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Commission hears updates on fixed wireless, data-center framework and FCC order
Members reviewed technology and policy updates: fixed wireless access developments, Planning Commission zoning for temporary telecom structures, a new framework for regulating data centers with community benefits, and an FCC delay on copper retirement proposals.
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October 31, 2026 at 11:10 AM
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As the January deadline looms, Grand County faces a crucial decision: will they impose a total ban on data centers or allow small facilities under strict regulations?

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Planning commission asks staff for two-option approach as data-center moratorium nears expiration
Facing an early-January moratorium deadline, the Grand County Planning Commission directed staff to pursue two drafting paths — a time-limited ban within state limits and a narrowly defined allowance — and to contract a technical writer/engineer to produce defensible code language and cost estimates.
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October 29, 2026 at 5:56 AM
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Montana residents are raising alarms over the Northwestern Energy–Black Hills merger, fearing it could spike electric bills and jeopardize clean energy goals.

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Montanans urge PSC to delay Northwestern–Black Hills merger, cite data-center and ratepayer risks
Dozens of public commenters told the Montana Public Service Commission on Oct. 27 that the proposed Northwestern Energy–Black Hills merger would accelerate hyperscale data-center development and shift costs to Montana ratepayers; speakers asked the PSC to add enforceable protections or deny the merger.
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October 28, 2026 at 10:59 PM
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Pulaski County's Quorum Court has made a controversial decision, overriding the county judge's veto on a data-center ordinance amidst heated debates over legal compliance and potential lawsuits.

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Pulaski County Quorum Court overrides judge's veto on data-center ordinance after legal debate
The Quorum Court voted 10–4 to override the county judge's veto of ordinance 26 OR 19 after extended debate over a Freedom of Information Act request and an attorney general opinion about county authority to regulate data centers where no zoning exists.
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October 29, 2026 at 9:21 AM
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Montana residents are raising alarms over the Northwestern Energy–Black Hills merger, fearing it could spike electric bills and jeopardize clean energy goals.

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Montanans urge PSC to delay Northwestern–Black Hills merger, cite data-center and ratepayer risks
Dozens of public commenters told the Montana Public Service Commission on Oct. 27 that the proposed Northwestern Energy–Black Hills merger would accelerate hyperscale data-center development and shift costs to Montana ratepayers; speakers asked the PSC to add enforceable protections or deny the merger.
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October 28, 2026 at 10:59 PM