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Solomons resident urges caution on data center deals, warns of hidden costs
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A Solomons resident urged Calvert County commissioners to be wary of proposed data processing centers, warning of potential long‑term budgetary, energy and water impacts and urging workforce and environmental safeguards if negotiations proceed.
A Solomons resident told Calvert County commissioners on June 10 that the county faces a “hedge you lose, tails you lose” scenario if it pursues agreements with proposed data processing centers, warning of potential long‑term fiscal, energy and water supply costs and urging conditions to protect residents.
Leonard Souza, speaking during public comment on behalf of “Concerned Citizens of Solomons,” said state and federal downgrades and budget shortfalls increase the risk that short‑term payments or pilot…
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