Franklin County approves 2 data center proposals
Franklin County commissioners approved two data center rezoning requests in Village Ridge and Pacific, alongside new data center regulations. Residents are upset over the decisions, expressing concerns about losing farmland and livelihoods, and plan to pursue legal action.
Franklin County commissioners recently approved two data center rezoning requests, one in Village Ridge and another in Pacific, despite strong opposition from local residents. The commissioners also voted to adopt new data center regulations.
Residents have expressed significant discontent, with one protester stating concerns about losing farmland, homes, and livelihoods, particularly for those with generational farms. The commissioners acknowledged the public's desire to reject the rezoning requests but proceeded with the approvals, anticipating the community's frustration.
Protesters indicated their intention to pursue legal action against the county commissioners following these decisions.