Data centers, pipelines and cybersecurity flagged in utilities discussion

Aug 12, 2026

Committee members discussed how the utilities and community facilities chapter should address emerging technologies — including hyperscale data centers, pipelines and cybersecurity risks to water/wastewater systems — and whether the county can or should plan for these infrastructure types.

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In the utilities and community facilities section, George (S10) outlined objectives addressing renewable energy, vulnerable populations, recreational infrastructure, wastewater monitoring and emerging technologies. Committee members raised concerns about hyperscale data centers, large pipelines and cybersecurity threats to water and wastewater systems.

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