How could NDA affect data center in Brookwood? Citizens asking questions
Residents in Brookwood, Alabama are raising questions about a possible data center development, specifically regarding a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) signed by Mayor Joe Barger years ago. Councilman Mark Stanley explained that the NDA was signed as part of the Mayor's appointment to the Industrial Development Board and is not directly related to the current data center project. Citizens continue to seek transparency regarding the development.
Citizens in Brookwood, Alabama, are pressing local officials for answers regarding a proposed data center development, particularly focusing on a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) signed by Mayor Joe Barger. The issue gained traction after WBRC 6 News began investigating the potential development, leading to public questioning.
During a recent council meeting, Councilman Mark Stanley addressed public concerns by reading a prepared statement. He explained that Mayor Barger signed an NDA years ago upon his appointment to the Industrial Development Board. Stanley, who previously served on the same board, clarified that signing such an NDA is a standard requirement for board members and is intended to prevent disclosure of business or company information, rather than being specifically tied to the data center project currently under discussion.
Despite this clarification, questions persist regarding the mayor's reluctance to answer questions from the media, as highlighted in an earlier WBRC report. The ongoing situation underscores residents' desire for greater transparency surrounding the data center plans.