Metro Council to vote on data center land
Metro Council in Nashville is scheduled to hold a final vote on a measure to take control of land purchased by DC BLOX for a proposed data center next to the Nashville Zoo. Despite ongoing discussions, no agreement has been reached between the parties. If approved, the land would be used for government offices, and Metro Nashville faces the possibility of an expensive lawsuit from DC BLOX.
The Metro Council in Nashville, Tennessee, is scheduled to cast a final vote on Tuesday regarding a controversial measure to acquire land from DC BLOX, a company that intended to build a data center next to the Nashville Zoo. Despite prolonged negotiations involving DC BLOX, the Nashville Zoo, and the Mayor's office, the parties have failed to reach a resolution.
If the measure passes, DC BLOX would be compelled to sell the property to Metro Nashville, with the Mayor's office stating the land would then be redeveloped for government offices. Concerns have been raised by some council members, with three reportedly voting against the bill previously due to fears of an expensive lawsuit. DC BLOX has not yet indicated whether it would pursue legal action if the city proceeds with the acquisition.