Residents urge moratorium and greater transparency as data-center proposals surface
Dozens of residents told the Shawnee County Planning Commission they oppose potential data centers, raising concerns about water and energy use, health impacts (including claims about infrasound), economic and housing harms, and a lack of public notice; many urged a one-year moratorium and clearer regulations.
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Dozens of Shawnee County residents used the June 8 Planning Commission public-comment period to press officials for a pause and clearer rules on potential data centers, citing water and energy consumption, health concerns, limited local jobs and a lack of transparency.
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