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Sunbury leaders press for answers on water, power and noise as Amazon/data‑center debate continues
Summary
Council and city staff discussed the planned industrial district and concerns about a potential hyperscaler/data center (land owned by Amazon), focusing on water‑cooling options, power availability (AEP not expected until 2031), noise (humming) and diesel generator testing; mayor requested independent studies and pledged thorough review of zoning controls.
At its March 4 meeting the Sunbury City Council spent significant time addressing community concerns about proposed industrial development on the town’s east side, including questions tied to land recently purchased by a major tech company.
Mayor (presiding) and City Manager Hennessy told council members and staff they want to slow the process until technical details are clear. The mayor said officials and residents raised major categories of concern — energy, water, noise, lighting, long‑term health effects and property values — and asked for…
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