Elk River City Council blocks data center plan
The Elk River City Council has rejected plans for a 60,000-square-foot data center following pushback from residents concerned about energy use, noise, and environmental impact. The council is also considering proposing a one-year ban on future data center projects in the city.
The Elk River City Council has denied a proposal for a 60,000-square-foot data center after local residents voiced significant concerns. Opponents cited potential issues related to energy consumption, noise pollution, and the overall environmental footprint of the facility. The proposed project was expected to create 40 jobs in the area.
In addition to rejecting the current data center plan, council members are actively discussing the implementation of a one-year moratorium on all future data center developments within Elk River, although this proposal is still under consideration.