Posey County Commission: ‘We Signed An NDA’ With Data Center Developer
Posey County officials are unable to disclose the identity of a data center developer due to a non-disclosure agreement, sparking strong opposition from residents. Community members are advocating for a moratorium on data center development, while the Area Plan Commission is considering zoning amendments to regulate such facilities.
The Posey County Commission in Indiana has signed a non-disclosure agreement with an undisclosed data center development company, preventing them from revealing its identity to the public. This decision has ignited strong opposition from residents, many of whom attended a commission meeting wearing red shirts to symbolize their "Protect Posey County" movement against data center development.
Commission President Bill Collins defended the NDA, stating it's a common practice for companies exploring potential locations and emphasizing that no project will be approved without community input. Meanwhile, the Posey County Area Plan Commission is reviewing amendments to the county's Unified Development Ordinance to regulate data centers, but many residents are pushing for a moratorium, an action only the commissioners can take.
The article notes a broader discussion around NDAs in data center development, highlighting Microsoft's recent decision to cease using such agreements with local governments to promote transparency and public trust.