Packed Dubuque County forum pushes candidates on data center concerns
Dubuque County residents packed a forum to demand answers from local candidates regarding a proposed hyper-scale data center. Voters are concerned about the impact on natural resources and daily lives, pushing candidates to take a stance on the project and the current 12-month moratorium. One candidate, Jason Davis, called for an outright ban on data centers.
Dubuque County residents are demanding answers from local candidates about a proposed hyper-scale data center. Before the project even breaks ground, voters packed a forum, organized by a grassroots movement, to push candidates running for local office on their stance regarding data center developments.
KCRG-TV9's Duane Vetter reported on the event, highlighting the clash over development, natural resources, and the county's future. Residents expressed alarm upon hearing rumors of the proposal, which quickly galvanized community action.
Six local candidates discussed the existing 12-month moratorium on data center construction and the potential for a new ordinance to protect rural Dubuque's natural resources. Candidate Jason Davis explicitly called for an outright ban on such developments. Residents like Erica emphasized that the community is closely watching and holding candidates accountable for their promises regarding this issue.