Summary
Supervisor Huberty wants the county to pump the brakes on large-scale data centers with a moratorium while an ordinance is prepared, citing electrical infrastructure and fire risks and other counties' experiences. Staff will agendize the discussion.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents concerned about unplanned industrial growth, strain on the power grid and fire risk.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting — September 22, 2026
The county extended its pause on data center applications for another ten months and 15 days. Residents urged the board to watch what happens in other communities before allowing such projects, and the extension passed unanimously.
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting — August 11, 2026
Residents overwhelmingly urged a ban on data centers, citing water use, power grid strain, noise, and few local jobs. All five supervisors supported directing staff to draft an urgency ordinance temporarily prohibiting them while the county studies the issue.
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting — July 28, 2026
Supervisor Huberty wants the county to pump the brakes on large-scale data centers with a moratorium while an ordinance is prepared, citing electrical infrastructure and fire risks and other counties' experiences. Staff will agendize the discussion.
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