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Commission directs staff to develop community outreach plan on data centers
Summary
The commission directed staff to prepare outreach options (surveys, public forums, other engagement) about data centers to address misinformation and gather community input, asking staff to return with a plan on a short timeline.
The West Fargo City Commission voted July 6 to direct staff to develop options for community outreach concerning data centers, with the goal of proactively addressing misinformation and gauging public views before any opportunity arises.
Commission President said there are no active negotiations he is aware of and framed the motion as proactive: "There's nothing I'm aware of," he said, adding he did not want the city to be caught unprepared if a proposal appears. Commissioners discussed potential outreach methods including surveys and community forums and flagged that any outreach requiring funds should include a fiscal note.
One commissioner asked for a deadline for staff to return with recommendations; the suggestion was to have staff report back by the third Wednesday or third Monday of the next month. The commission approved the direction to staff with that timing encouraged in discussion.
Staff will prepare a plan outlining outreach options, estimated costs if any, and suggested timelines for the commission to review. The directive is intended to ensure the commission has public input options ready before any formal proposals reach the city.
