Loudoun County moves meeting that could allow data center power lines to be built on school property

News Clip0:32WUSA9·Ashburn, Loudoun County, VA·7/7/2026

Loudoun County is addressing a controversial data center project in Ashburn, where leaders are considering rerouting Dominion Energy power lines away from school property. The County supervisors are urging the School Board to reconsider the placement of these lines. A public meeting is scheduled for next Monday at Rock Ridge High School, where residents can speak on the issue.

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Gov: Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Loudoun County School Board

Loudoun County is addressing a contentious data center project in Ashburn, Virginia, where a crucial decision regarding the routing of Dominion Energy power lines is pending. The Loudoun County School Board has scheduled a meeting for next Monday to re-evaluate a proposal that could permit the construction of these power lines on school grounds, including Rock Ridge High School.

The county supervisors are advocating for the School Board to reconsider the current plan and explore alternative routes to keep the power infrastructure away from educational facilities. This last-minute effort aims to mitigate community concerns surrounding the controversial project. Residents will have the opportunity to sign up and speak at the upcoming 5:30 PM meeting, which will also be live-streamed on the district's website.