March minutes show substantial citizen concerns about 'Project Ruby' data center proposal
Council minutes from March 10, included in the packet, recorded extensive public comment for and against a proposed hyperscale data center ("Project Ruby"); Choose Columbus responded that no permits had been issued, that the project would likely use about 15% of a 900‑acre site, and that permitted water/sewer capacity existed, while residents and environmental voices raised concerns about density, traffic, environmental and health impacts.
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The packet included the March 10, 2026 Council meeting minutes, which recorded a lengthy public agenda on a proposed hyperscale data center (referred to in public comments as "Project Ruby"). The minutes list multiple speakers opposed to or concerned about data centers and record staff and Choose Columbus responses. The minutes show members of the public raising questions about environmental impacts, water and sewer service, noise and substation sound levels, and requests for an overlay district or moratorium.
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