Resident urges caution and possible moratorium on data‑center development during commissioners’ public comment
May 12, 2026
A resident raised concerns about data centers, pipelines and environmental review, urged a moratorium, and asked commissioners to consider stronger local guidance; commissioners said a study group and planning commission review are underway.
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During the public‑comment period, Martin Heath urged commissioners to require more transparency and suggested a moratorium on data‑center development while environmental and infrastructure impacts are investigated. Heath cited pipeline routing documents and concerns about fast‑tracking by state entities and said citizens deserve clearer evidence before approvals proceed.
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