Data Center Development and Resource Pressures

Raised concerns about rumors of data centers coming to Gadsden County and their massive power and water requirements.

Warned about the massive energy and water consumption of data centers, as well as extreme noise levels from cooling systems.

Argued that the county cannot afford data centers due to drought conditions, potential well depletion, power grid strain, and pollution.

Voiced support for a permanent moratorium on data centers, highlighting karst topography risks, temporary construction jobs, and infrastructure costs.

Emphasized that data centers employ very few permanent workers and urged the board to implement a permanent ban.