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Resident asks supervisors to consider moratorium on data centers over water-use concerns
Summary
A resident asked whether the county would consider a moratorium on data centers, citing other jurisdictions' moratoria and concerns about water used for cooling; supervisors said they would follow up after reviewing ISAC materials.
During public comment a resident (S4) asked whether Hardin County would consider following other jurisdictions by imposing a moratorium on data centers, saying many counties and states have paused approvals to study impacts.
The resident asked, "Let's find out what the results are. Let's find out what the cost is," and specifically raised concerns about the volume of water used for data center cooling. A supervisor (S2) said they had seen materials from the Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) but had not yet reached conclusions and that the board would need to review data on water use and recycling practices before considering a moratorium.
No motion or directive was made; supervisors said staff or attorneys could be asked to provide more information if the board wants to pursue a policy change.
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