Commission schedules first reading for data-center moratorium after split vote

Jul 29, 2026

After debate over timing and public access, the commission voted 3-2 to hold a special meeting for first reading of a proposed data-center moratorium on Aug. 31 at 6 p.m.; the second reading was set for Sept. 8 as part of the regular agenda.

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The North Port City Commission voted 3-2 July 29 to schedule the first reading of a proposed data-center moratorium for Aug. 31 at 6:00 p.m. following debate over whether to hold the item in August or delay it into September.

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