Nodaway County to hear data center moratorium options

Nodaway County to hear data center moratorium options

News ClipThe Maryville Forum·Maryville, Nodaway County, MO·6/16/2026

Nodaway County, Missouri, is awaiting legal options from its attorney regarding a proposed moratorium on data center development. This comes as Scale Microgrids, the developer of the White Cloud Acres data center, held an open house.

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Gov: Nodaway County, Nodaway County Presiding Commissioner Bill Walker

Nodaway County, Missouri, is on the verge of receiving legal advice concerning a potential moratorium on data center development. Presiding Commissioner Bill Walker informed The Forum that the county's attorney is expected to present multiple options "any day" to address the growing interest in data center projects within the county.

This development coincides with Scale Microgrids, the developer behind the proposed White Cloud Acres data center project, hosting an open house event to engage with the community and share information about their plans. The discussions highlight the county's proactive approach to managing and regulating future data center growth.