More Information Released About Proposed Morris Data Center Camps During Two Virtual Community Hearings

More Information Released About Proposed Morris Data Center Camps During Two Virtual Community Hearings

News ClipWSPYnews.com·Morris, Grundy County, IL·8/29/2026

Virtual community meetings were held in Morris to discuss a proposed data center campus, where city officials are developing a comprehensive zoning amendment. Tract, the land purchaser, addressed community concerns regarding public opposition, water use, and noise, hoping to secure an tenant soon.

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Gov: City of Morris

Morris, Illinois, recently hosted two virtual community meetings to provide more information about a proposed data center campus planned for the intersection of Route 6 and Gun Club Road. Morris Mayor Chris Brown initiated the Wednesday meeting by announcing that city officials are currently developing a comprehensive zoning text amendment specifically for this project.

Erin Fosdick, representing Tract, the company that acquired the land, responded to various questions from the public. These inquiries covered areas of public opposition, potential water usage, noise concerns, and anticipated tax and community benefits. Tract anticipates securing an end-user for the data center campus within the next few months, with construction potentially commencing in 2027. The meetings highlighted ongoing community engagement and the procedural steps being taken for the development.