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City of Milton passes 18-month data center moratorium

City of Milton passes 18-month data center moratorium

News Clipgazettextra.com·Milton, Rock County, WI·8/19/2026

The City of Milton, Wisconsin, has enacted an 18-month moratorium on data center development. The Milton Common Council approved this measure, which constitutes a change to its zoning code. State Senator Mark Spreitzer commended the city for its proactive approach.

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Gov: City of Milton, Milton Common Council, Sen. Mark Spreitzer

The Milton Common Council has passed an 18-month moratorium on data center development. State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) spoke to the council during its Tuesday meeting, praising the alderpersons for their proactive engagement and willingness to research the topic before approving the measure. The City of Milton considers this action a significant change to its existing zoning code, temporarily halting new data center construction within city limits.