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Residents are calling for a moratorium on new data centers, urging strict regulations to protect local water and air quality—while legal experts warn of potential setbacks.

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County attorney says moratorium could undermine work; public urges strong limits on data centers
Public commenters urged a moratorium or strict regulation on data centers due to environmental, water and noise concerns; County Attorney Eric Ridenour advised the board that a moratorium is legally possible but could weaken the ordinance already in place and recommended relying on the high‑impact ordinance.
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September 15, 2026 at 4:32 AM