Commission opens talking points on data centers; flags water and energy concerns
Commissioners discussed preliminary concerns about data centers — including water consumption, energy, noise and siting — and suggested forming a committee or considering a moratorium while staff researches policy options and compatibility with the comprehensive plan.
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Commissioners held an exploratory discussion about data centers after a request from the Board of Supervisors. Members flagged multiple potential constraints — water demand, energy and power reliability, noise and cooling‑system impacts — that could make large data‑center proposals incompatible with current county infrastructure or the comprehensive plan. One commissioner recommended forming a community development committee to gather information; another suggested considering a moratorium or tailored ordinance similar to prior solar ordinance work.
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