After public outcry, Dubuque County supervisors OK 1-year data center moratorium
Dubuque County supervisors voted 2-1 to enact a one-year moratorium on data center development applications and approvals. This decision followed significant public outcry from residents who expressed strong opposition to data centers in their community.
Dubuque County supervisors have enacted a one-year moratorium on data center development following significant public opposition. Numerous county residents conveyed their strong desire to prevent data centers from being built in their area, leading to a public outcry.
During a special meeting, Supervisors Ann McDonough and Harley Pothoff voted in favor of the 12-month halt on the application and approval of any data center development, with Supervisor Wayne Kenniker casting the sole dissenting vote. The supervisors' decision reflects their response to the community's concerns.