Council repeals high-load electric rate amid public concern about hyperscale data centers
The council voted to repeal a high-load factor electric rate, prompting public comment and council debate about whether the change could invite hyperscale data centers and whether a moratorium or zoning study is needed.
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The Springfield City Council on June 16 approved ordinance 2026-284 to repeal a city code provision for a "high load factor" electric rate. The 9–1 final vote followed council discussion about economic development, land use and potential environmental impacts from large data centers.
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