Residents press commissioners over APC, data-center moratorium and transparency; commissioners defer to APC process

Jun 15, 2026

Multiple residents raised concerns about the Area Planning Commission's meeting cancellations, committee membership reviewing a proposed data-center ordinance, possible conflicts of interest, and whether moratorium timelines are adequate; commissioners said the APC and the review committee will make recommendations that return to the board.

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A large public-comment block at the June 15 Fulton County Commissioners meeting centered on a proposed data-center ordinance and the status of the Area Planning Commission (APC) and a review committee. Multiple residents pressed the board about canceled APC meetings, unclear committee membership, potential conflicts of interest and whether a moratorium should be extended.

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