Council passes temporary moratorium on data centers, duplexes, increase judges wages
The Norman City Council approved a temporary moratorium on advancing data centers within city limits during its regular meeting. This decision impacts future data center development in the area. The council also approved measures related to duplexes and municipal judges' wages.
The Norman City Council, during its regular meeting on Tuesday, voted to approve a temporary moratorium on the advancement of data centers within city limits. This measure effectively pauses new data center projects in Norman, Oklahoma.
In addition to the data center moratorium, the council also approved a halt on two duplex projects in Ward 4 and sanctioned an increase to the salary of municipal judges. The meeting began with resolutions extending appreciation to Ward 2 Councilmember Matt Peacock and Ward 6 Councilmember Josh Hinkle.