Data centers in local government
1,970 tracked US meetings mentioned this topic since 2026-04. Counts come from canonicalized brief tags and are directional because coverage varies by place and platform.
Places with the most mentions
- Dubuque County, IA (20)
- Clinton, IA (18)
- Faribault, MN (16)
- Allentown, PA (15)
- Larimer County, CO (15)
- West Whiteland, PA (15)
- Jackson County, MO (14)
- Leominster, MA (13)
- Butte, MT (13)
- Marshalltown, IA (12)
- Louisville, KY (12)
- Wichita, KS (12)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing on first draft of Data Center Ordinance
The Sevier County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive public comment on the first draft of the Data Center Ordinance.
Planning Commission to review first draft of Data Center Ordinance
The Sevier County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to review the first draft of the Data Center Ordinance.
Heath Planning Board to discuss battery storage and solar bylaws, reschedule farm hearing
The Heath Planning Board meets Wednesday, October 7th, 2026, at 7:00PM via Zoom. The board will reschedule a public hearing on a Franklin Land Trust special permit application for Branch View Farm events. It will also discuss bylaws for large-scale battery storage systems (BESS) and solar, with FRCOG money and…
Planning Board to hear special permit for events at Branch View Farm
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit application for events at 12 West Branch Road. Members will also discuss bylaws for data centers, large-scale solar, and battery energy storage systems.
Bastrop council members may attend a Data Center Town Hall, but no council action will be taken
This is a Notice of Possible Quorum, not a regular meeting. It states that a quorum of Bastrop City Council Members may be present at a Data Center Town Hall on October 29, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bastrop Convention Center, 1408 Chestnut Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. The notice says no Council action will be taken, no…
Commission to discuss water use at data centers
The Santa Clara Valley Water Commission will meet to discuss water usage and collaboration opportunities regarding data centers. The body will also review its 2026 work plan and receive updates on Fiscal Year 2025-2026 work plan strategies.
City Council considers moratorium on large-scale data centers
The City Council will vote on a 12-month moratorium regarding facilities serving large load customers, including data centers. The body is also reviewing a budget increase and a zoning change for a property on E Venice Avenue.
Board to consider moratorium on large-scale data centers
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a moratorium on large-scale data centers and adjustments to utility water and wastewater rates. The body will also consider the issuance of up to $80 million in utilities system revenue bonds.
Planning Board to hold joint hearing on scenic road tree removal
The Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing with the Tree Warden regarding tree removal on scenic roads. The board will also discuss data centers and a proposal to change the site plan review process from a public hearing to a public meeting.
Planning Commission to review data center regulations and housing sustainability
The Planning Commission is reviewing site plan approvals for retail and residential projects. The body is also considering updates to the city's Master Plan and potential amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding data centers and zoning moratoria.
Committee to consider data center zoning and solar map changes for Town of Grant
The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold public hearings on three requests from the Town of Grant regarding its comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances. The committee will also discuss a surface water grant application and an amendment to the county shoreland zoning ordinance.
Planning Commission to hold hearings on wetland restoration and solar permit extension
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a wetland restoration area and a solar energy facility permit. The body will also consider zoning exceptions for a Valvoline facility and a residential fence, and discuss data center ordinance requirements.
Planning Board to hold public comment on data center regulations
The Planning Board will meet to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from August 25, 2026. The meeting includes a public comment period regarding regulations and requirements for data centers in Davie County.
Board to continue public hearing on Heron Lakes Marina Neighborhood Master Plan
The Board of Trustees will hold a continued public hearing regarding the adoption of a Neighborhood Master Plan for Heron Lakes Marina. The board will also consider establishing an interview committee for the Public Art Advisory Committee.
Public hearing on proposed ordinance regulating data centers and energy facilities
The Milford City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on proposed Ordinance 06-2026. The ordinance seeks to regulate data centers and related energy uses within the city.
Commissioners to discuss land use regulations for data centers
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session with staff for an initial discussion on land use regulations for data centers and similar tech operations. No decisions will be made and no public comment will be heard.
Planning Board to consider banning data centers in all zoning districts
The South Hadley Planning Board will hold a hybrid public hearing on October 26, 2026, to consider amendments to the Zoning Bylaw that would prohibit data centers. The proposed changes would add a definition for "data center" and add it as a prohibited use under Industrial Uses in all zoning districts.
City Council to receive updates on data center moratorium and annual reports
The City Council will hear presentations regarding the data center moratorium next steps and annual reports for Public Works and the Watershed. Other presentations include updates from Washington County Cooperative Library Services and Federal Affairs.
Plan Commission to hold public hearing on two properties
The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding 609 3rd Ave and 309 East 7th Street. The body will also discuss draft ordinances for data centers and battery energy storage.
Commission to discuss data center recommendation and budget updates
The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will meet to address old business regarding a data center recommendation. The agenda also includes a guest presentation by Jim Tolbert and budget updates.
Rock County Board to hold public hearing on amending Chapter 18 ordinances
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a first reading public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter 18 of the Rock County Ordinances. The meeting includes discussions on budget changes, contracts, and a legal strategy session regarding Bug Tussel debt issuance.
Committee to discuss data center project schedule and public education
The Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to discuss the project schedule, public listening sessions, and education regarding data centers. The meeting also includes a report on the POWTS Maintenance Program.
Grant County considers one-year moratorium on data centers
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas and a solid waste fee for FY 27. The board will also consider a software purchase for emergency services and a vehicle auction listing.
Wayne County Planning and Zoning to discuss data center moratorium
The Planning and Zoning commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding the regulation and moratorium of data centers. The meeting also includes a scheduled closed session.
Board to discuss environmental concerns regarding data centers
The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to discuss a plan for studying environmental subjects related to data centers. This is in response to a request from Greene County Commissioners regarding the siting, development, and operation of these facilities.
Planning Commission to consider data center zoning and map amendments
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests filed by the City and Borough of Sitka. These include a text amendment regarding data center usage and a map amendment to rezone several properties.
Committee to discuss data center moratorium and street vending ordinance
The Business and Economic Resources Committee will review updates regarding a data center moratorium and discuss a city-wide street vending ordinance. The body will also consider its 2026/2027 work plan and review a financial assistance dashboard.
Data Center Advisory Committee to review work plan and priorities
The Data Center Advisory Committee is meeting to introduce members and review a draft work plan. The committee will discuss research priorities and identify necessary resources for its operations.
Plan Zoning Commission to review data center ordinances and zoning
The commission will hold public hearings to recommend actions on three items regarding data centers. These include updates to development review, the creation of a new overlay zoning district, and a timeline extension for a moratorium.
City Council to consider data center moratorium and rezoning request
The City Council will hold public hearings on a temporary moratorium for data center applications and a rezoning request for property on Highway 6 and 50. The body is also considering a grant request for accessory dwelling units and a property transfer to Mesa County.
Cherry County to discuss solar, wind, and data center regulations
The board will discuss and potentially act on definitions for solar regulations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding wind and data center regulations.
Rules Committee to discuss new data center regulatory code
The Wheeling City Council Rules Committee is meeting to discuss the creation of a new regulatory authority for data centers. This involves the proposed Planning and Zoning Code Article 1365.
Commission to review three conditional use permits for data centers and hybrid stations
The Beaver County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three conditional use permits. The body will also hold a work meeting regarding definitions for Manufacturing and General Industrial Districts.
Planning Commission considers ban on data centers and several land-use changes
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple subdivision and rezoning requests. The body is also considering recommendations to the City Council to ban data centers in all zoning districts and update zoning text for density ranges.
Council considers extending moratorium on unincorporated data centers
The Snohomish County Council is assigning legislation to committees and discussing various interlocal agreements. Key items include a proposed extension of a data center moratorium and several surface water management billing agreements with local cities.
City Council to consider data center setback changes and fee updates
The City Council will discuss amendments to the Land Development Code regarding data processing facilities and a resolution to change city fees and charges. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the Economic Development Authority enabling resolution.
Committee to discuss and amend land development code for data centers
The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss data center impacts including power usage, noise, and sustainable energy. The body is also considering several ordinances and resolutions regarding zoning, right-of-way closures, and design guidelines.
Council considers temporary moratorium on new data centers
The City Council will discuss a temporary moratorium on new data centers and updates to the Business License Tax Ordinance. The body is also reviewing a contract increase for security services and modifications to a water heater program.
Brighton City Council considers one-year moratorium on data center applications
The City Council will discuss a one-year moratorium on permits and zoning for data centers. The body is also reviewing land use amendments for Bromley Park and flood control districts.
Council considers rezoning for Corrigan Farms data center project
The City Council will discuss and vote on a rezoning and development agreement for a 41-acre parcel at Corrigan Farms to allow for two data centers and a natural gas power plant. The meeting also includes a public hearing on landscape provisions for wildland urban interface lots.