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Planner Says State Bill LD307 Passed; Board Notes Potential Local Impacts

Town of Skowhegan Planning Board · April 21, 2026
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Summary

Town Planner Turner Allen reported that LD307, a statewide moratorium on data centers over 20MW, passed this month and noted possible impacts on workforce needs, property tax revenues and water demand in the town.

Town Planner Turner Allen informed the Planning Board that LD307, a statewide moratorium on data centers over 20MW, passed this month. Allen told members the moratorium could affect workforce planning, property tax projections and local water demand if large data center proposals materialize.

Board member Randall Franck asked for an update on the Sewer Treatment Ordinance; staff indicated work on that item is ongoing. The meeting record does not show further discussion or formal action on LD307 or the Sewer Treatment Ordinance.

No votes or formal referrals related to LD307 were recorded in the Planning Board minutes; the item was noted for situational awareness and potential future planning implications.