Members raise data-center moratorium question; WES suggests technical coordination

Oct 29, 2026

Oregon City and other members raised a possible data-center moratorium and asked whether water/sewer demand estimates have been requested; members recommended technical coordination with planning staff and peer cities such as Hillsboro.

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During roundtable updates, Kurt Krueger said his jurisdiction is considering a data-center moratorium and asked whether members had seen related inquiries about water and sewer demand. He asked whether members had received specific requests or thought about water use for such facilities.

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