Residents voice concerns over Mandan data center during town hall
Residents in Morton County, North Dakota, expressed significant concerns about a proposed data center during a community open house, citing potential noise, infrastructure costs, and proximity to schools. Following the contentious meeting, the Mandan Planning and Zoning Commission advanced a data center ordinance for further consideration.
Residents of Morton County, North Dakota, raised numerous concerns about a proposed data center development by Stark Power Digital Infrastructure during a community open house in Mandan. The meeting, attended by community members and officials including Sen. Keith Boehm, R-Mandan, was marked by audible dissatisfaction, including boos and jeers.
Key issues voiced by residents included the potential for constant noise generated by the facility, the infrastructure costs associated with the project, and its proposed close proximity to local schools. Following the three-hour informational session, the Mandan Planning and Zoning Commission took action, advancing a data center ordinance for further consideration, indicating the project is moving through the local regulatory process despite public opposition.
Stark Power Digital Infrastructure Managing Director Michael Whalen and Vice President Shane Shields were present to address questions and concerns from the community.