Springfield board tables proposed data center moratorium after public hearing

Aug 18, 2026

After a public hearing with residents raising environmental concerns, the Town of Springfield Board voted 5-0 to table Ordinance 26-0001 (a proposed moratorium on data centers) until its Sept. 1 meeting to allow more time for research and potential Town Plan updates.

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The Town of Springfield Board on Aug. 18 held a public hearing on Ordinance 26-0001, a proposed moratorium on data centers, then voted to table further action until the Sept. 1 board meeting.

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