La Crosse County Board passes 18-month data center moratorium

News Clipwizmnews.com·La Crosse County, WI·6/19/2026

The City of La Crosse has finalized its schedule for district forums, offering residents a chance to discuss city government with Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and council members. Separately, the La Crosse County Board has enacted an 18-month data center moratorium, a significant development discussed by local officials.

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Gov: City of La Crosse, Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey, city council, 7th District Councilman Gary Padesky, La Crosse County Board, Wisconsin state Sen. Pfaff

The La Crosse County Board has enacted an 18-month moratorium on data center development, a significant move that reflects ongoing discussions about such projects in the region. This decision, mentioned in connection with comments from Wisconsin state Senator Pfaff regarding data centers, indicates local government's active engagement with the issue.

Meanwhile, the City of La Crosse has released its schedule for upcoming district forums, providing residents with opportunities to meet Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and their city council representatives. These public engagements, taking place at various community venues throughout the summer and early fall, are designed for residents to voice their thoughts on city government and local issues.