Data center concerns drive my support for Somers Democrats
A Somers resident explains support for local Democratic candidates, citing concerns that vacant properties could attract an AI data center or other large-scale development. The letter warns about noise, traffic, electricity demand, water use and inadequate planning after New York's temporary data-center moratorium expires.
A Somers resident writing to the editor says the town should develop a proactive plan for nearly 1,500 acres across four major properties, including Lincoln Hall and former IBM and PepsiCo sites. The writer worries that an AI data center or other large industrial development could be built in the community without sufficient public input or environmental protections.
The letter points to opposition to a proposed AI data center in East Fishkill as a warning, citing potential impacts from noise, construction traffic, electricity consumption and water use. The writer endorses Teresa Clifford for town supervisor and Dr. Rita Romeu for the Town Board, arguing that Somers needs leaders prepared to address development pressures after New York's one-year data-center moratorium ends.