Video: Data center dominates candidate forum in Utah Senate Presidents’ reelection bid
A candidate forum for the Utah Senate President's re-election bid was largely focused on the Stratos data center. Candidates addressed public concerns about the project's water usage and broader state water policy. Senate President Stuart Adams has been involved in advancing the project.
At a recent town hall forum held at Sunset Junior High School, candidates for Utah Senate President's re-election primary debated the Stratos data center, a project championed by businessman Kevin O'Leary. The data center has generated significant public opposition due to its anticipated water consumption and other environmental impacts. Incumbent Senate President Stuart Adams, who is also the chair of the state's Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA), has played a role in moving the project forward. The discussion highlighted the data center's prominence as a key issue in the current political contest, alongside broader state water policy.