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Farmer warns commissioners a proposed data center could strain aquifer, offer few local jobs
Summary
Ted Griner, a local farmer, told commissioners a planned data center would not provide substantial local employment, could rely on diesel generators causing noise and exhaust, and might deplete a nearby aquifer affecting rural wells; commissioners said experts will be invited to a follow-up meeting on the 18th.
Ted Griner, a resident and farmer, used public comment to question local benefits and environmental impacts of a proposed data center near rural properties.
Griner said such facilities typically bring limited local employment, rely on outside construction crews, and may seek tax abatements. He raised environmental concerns: heavy generator use during outages would increase diesel exhaust and noise, and he warned that intensive groundwater use could strain a local aquifer and leave nearby wells dry. Griner urged commissioners to consider alternatives and said many neighbors would attend an informational session planned for the 18th.
Commissioners acknowledged the points and said staff hopes to bring experts to a future meeting to answer technical questions and hear broader community input. No board action was taken during the comment period.
