Multiple residents ask Pottawatomie County to impose moratorium, require operator-funded enforcement

Aug 20, 2026

Several commenters urged a three-year moratorium on data-center siting until hydrology, noise and environmental studies are completed, and requested enforcement mechanisms funded by operators and large penalties for noncompliance.

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A recurring theme at the Aug. 20 hearing was a call by many residents for a temporary moratorium on data-center approvals while technical and environmental studies are completed.

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