Commissioner: county evaluates data-center proposals based on infrastructure and community benefit, not active recruitment
Transit and county officials discussed a proposed Millersport data-center project; Commissioner Jeff Fix said Fairfield County is not actively recruiting data centers but evaluates proposals on whether they fund infrastructure and community needs such as water, wastewater and energy upgrades.
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Transit Director Rick Szabrak and Engineer's Administrator Cheryl Downour updated the board on transportation and infrastructure projects and discussed planning related to a proposed Millersport data-center project. Szabrak said many proposals originate from companies contacting landowners and noted the county must evaluate each based on available infrastructure and contribution to community needs.
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