Franklin County Commission: No decision on data centers at May meeting

The Franklin County Commission announced that no decisions regarding data center developments would be made at its upcoming May public hearing. Presiding Commissioner Dave Schatz indicated that multiple meetings might be necessary to gather sufficient public testimony before the commission takes any action. This cautious approach by the commission aims to address public concerns, especially given previous gatherings of data center opponents, as highlighted by an April 21 meeting. Commissioner Schatz acknowledged "a lot of fear out there" among residents regarding potential data center projects, suggesting the need for thorough review of public input before any decisions are made.