#Moratorium
Funny how the tax moratorium ends the early voting starts.
September 29, 2026 at 4:58 PM
The Goldwater Institute says Pima County’s four-month pause on data center development is illegal because it cannot prove data centers are an imminent threat. A Pima County supervisor says it does have proof and that its moratorium is written in accordance with state law.
Goldwater Institute says Pima County data center moratorium is illegal, facilities aren't a threat
Pima County Supervisor Jennifer Allen disagrees. She says there's enough evidence showing they raise ambient temperatures, warranting the need for a pause and careful consideration of existing zoning ...
www.kjzz.org
September 29, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Can we have a moratorium on philosophers from ivy league and ivy-adjacent schools publishing anything about pedagogy or higher education
September 29, 2026 at 4:06 PM
As a city task force explores the right guardrails on data centers, policymakers are shifting into gear as they work to catch up with the emerging industry.
Energy Benchmarks, Possible Moratorium Among the Topics Driving Chicago’s Data Center Discussion
Large, resource-intensive data centers have drawn increased public attention in recent years as their construction ramped up around the country. But in an urban environment like Chicago, data centers ...
news.wttw.com
September 29, 2026 at 3:31 PM
The City Council is considering an 11-month extension to the ongoing pause on new data center development.
Why Charlotte could still be under data center moratorium this time next year
The City Council is considering an 11-month extension to the ongoing pause on new data center development.
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September 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
We need a data center moratorium! As I read and compile information on them, there is no clear indication on how much water usage and evaporation is being done by these centers. Note: too much moisture in the air increases storms and flooding events.
September 29, 2026 at 2:59 PM
The Cornell Daily Sun: Ithaca Mayor Robert Cantelmo calls for an immediate moratorium on all student event and special event permits, including Greek Life events. He attributed his decision to the University administration’s “appalling response” to the alleged 2024 Chi Phi gang rape
Ithaca Mayor Calls for Moratorium on All Student Event Permits, Including Greek Life, Amid Chi Phi Lawsuit
Ithaca Mayor Robert Cantelmo M.A. ’20 called for an immediate moratorium on all student event and special event permits, including Greek Life events, in a Monday statement. He attributed his decision ...
www.cornellsun.com
September 29, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The Spanish government on Tuesday pre-approved a raft of new measures aimed at helping to solve the current housing crisis, from a ban on vulture funds to a moratorium on evictions until 2030.
LISTED: Spain pre-approves six housing crisis measures
The Spanish government on Tuesday pre-approved a raft of new measures aimed at helping to solve the current housing crisis, from a ban on vulture funds to a moratorium on evictions until 2030.
www.thelocal.es
September 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Je repartage ici la pétition concernant les frais d'emballages pour les micro entreprises :
www.change.org/p/stop-destr...

afin que la loi nous prenne en compte et cesse de nous mettre au même niveau qu'Amazon ou Temu
Sign the Petition
Stop destroying EU micro-businesses: Immediate moratorium on cross-border EPR fees
www.change.org
September 29, 2026 at 2:16 PM
SORCERER SUPREME 10 is out TOMORROW!

Reminder -- my last Q & A where I'll speak about Wanda will be TOMORROW, 10/30, on the day of the last issue's release. This is your final chance! After that, I'll have a moratorium on discussing this series.

Questions will run from 9AM EST to 7PM EST.
September 29, 2026 at 2:14 PM
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Since the outset, the free software/open source movement has extolled the virtues of technological self-determination, which is to say, deciding how the computers and programs you use will work. This is often described as "scratching your own itch."
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September 29, 2026 at 2:04 PM
A proposed pause on large-scale electrical projects could affect redevelopment plans at the former Remington Arms site.

https://www.wktv.com/news/local/ilion-village-board-tables-vote-on-remington-arms-site-moratorium/article_d4bce1fd-1a14-4a94-8b88-83b66c4dd57b.html 
September 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
"The B.C. Greens, meanwhile, have called for a moratorium on LNG expansion, citing environmental risks and concerns about Indigenous rights, further saying that fast-tracking projects is eroding oversight and accountability."

#lng #climatecrisis

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
LNG Canada to move forward with Phase 2 expansion project in Kitimat, B.C. | CBC News
LNG Canada says its multibillion-dollar Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat, B.C., is going forward, in a move that could double exports of liquefied natural gas from the northern coastal facility to oversea...
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September 29, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Ithaca Mayor Calls for Moratorium on All Student Event Permits, Including Greek Life, Amid Chi Phi Lawsuit

... good

#CornellUniversity
Ithaca Mayor Calls for Moratorium on All Student Event Permits, Including Greek Life, Amid Chi Phi Lawsuit
Ithaca Mayor Robert Cantelmo M.A. ’20 called for an immediate moratorium on all student event and special event permits, including Greek Life events, in a Monday statement. He attributed his decision ...
www.cornellsun.com
September 29, 2026 at 1:40 PM
This is why the 5 year moratorium. This needs to be waaay behind you before you go blabbing about it. If it's been like 8 months, you're still a very high risk. Like, statistically even you're at the peak of the reattempting danger zone. If it's been 5 years it's a lot different.
September 29, 2026 at 1:31 PM
The second bit of advice: don't tell anybody about this that doesn't need to know. Minimum 5 year moratorium on talking about your attempt in pretty much any way shape or form. No coworkers, nobody at work except HR as needed, basically no friends, nobody outside immediate family, you get it.
September 29, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Staff to study impact of centres and notify council of any applications to build
Council votes down AI data centre moratorium, a decision some experts warn is the wrong move
www.thepeterboroughexaminer.com
September 29, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Will County Board Member Destinee Ortiz wants the county to consider first-time zoning rules for data centers and a possible eight-month moratorium.
Will County Board Member calls for moratorium on data centers; says county regulations needed
Will County Board Member Destinee Ortiz wants the county to consider first-time zoning rules for data centers and a possible eight-month moratorium.
www.shawlocal.com
September 29, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Wow, this is really important for the long term health of NM rural communities. Hoping Secretary Haaland wins her governor's race there in November so these actions can be advanced (she has suggested a statewide data center moratorium as well).
New Mexico shuts the door on new uranium mines. Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard signed an executive order banning new uranium mining across 52,609 km² of state trust land, although 2 leases running into the 2030s will be allowed to keep operating. buff.ly/v6fkl9b #ShareGoodNewsToo
New Mexico bans new uranium mining on state trust lands
The ban covers 13 million acres of state trust lands and directs cleanup of approximately 50 abandoned uranium sites that pose contamination risks.
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September 29, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Residents decry data center proposal, call for moratorium at City Council
Residents decry data center proposal, call for moratorium at City Council
Evanston residents condemned a proposed data center during City Council’s Monday night meeting. Lark Management, a local property management firm, submitted a zoning application to the city on Sept....
dailynorthwestern.com
September 29, 2026 at 12:47 PM
S.C. Senate candidate @drannieandrews.com calls for moratorium on data centers
S.C. Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews calls for moratorium on data centers
South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews is calling for a two-year moratorium on new data center projects in the state.
www.wtoc.com
September 29, 2026 at 12:45 PM