Vevay Township landowners seeking Mason annexation for data center
Property owners in Vevay Township, Michigan, are seeking to annex over 400 acres of land to the city of Mason for a proposed data center. The application is pending before the State Boundary Commission, but faces strong opposition from community members citing environmental and noise concerns. The Mason City Council has approved a communication plan and will hold a town hall to inform residents.
Property owners in Vevay Township, Michigan, have filed an application to annex over 400 acres of land to the nearby city of Mason, with the stated purpose of constructing a new data center. The request, which follows several months of discussions at the city level, argues that the annexation meets state law standards and would substantially increase Mason's tax revenue.
The proposed development faces significant community opposition. Resident Paula Caltrider, whose parents live near the site, expressed concerns about potential environmental impacts and noise pollution, stating that residents' voices have not been adequately heard. Caltrider emphasized that local opponents are "just getting started" in their fight against the developer.
The decision on the annexation application rests with the State Boundary Commission, although a timeline for their review is currently unavailable. Meanwhile, the Mason City Council recently approved a communication plan to keep residents informed and scheduled a town hall meeting for September 14 to address community concerns regarding data center proposals.