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Proposed DeKalb resolution on nuclear facilities, data centers discussed but dies for lack of motion
Summary
Commissioners discussed a proposed resolution to regulate nuclear energy facilities and data centers and asked technical questions about water sources and utility withdrawals; no one moved the resolution and the item died for lack of motion.
A proposed resolution to regulate nuclear energy facilities, AI data centers and other data centers drew technical questions from commissioners but no formal motion, and the item was not advanced.
During discussion commissioners asked whether any county-owned water source could support a reactor and whether withdrawals would tap U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property or municipal utilities. One commissioner asked directly, "Are we aware of any water source that's on county property that could could support a nuclear reactor?" Another participant noted Corps restrictions and that large withdrawals typically come through utilities that draw from the lake.
Because no commissioner made a motion to adopt the resolution, the chair declared the item dead for lack of motion. The transcript records discussion but does not show a formal referral, amendment or vote.
