Westfield City Council holds brief data center meeting
The Westfield City Council's Natural Resources Committee held a brief meeting to discuss concerns about a proposed data center. Council members are unsure about the data center's impact and plan to hold public meetings with experts from Boston University and UMass Amherst. Key concerns include water usage and air quality.
The Westfield City Council's Natural Resources Committee recently convened for a 15-minute session to address ongoing concerns regarding a proposed data center. Members of the council expressed uncertainty about the potential impacts of such a facility on the community.
To better understand these implications, the committee announced plans to host public meetings that will include experts and educators from Boston University and UMass Amherst. Councilor Mellow highlighted some of the primary public concerns, specifically citing water usage and air quality as critical issues. This initiative aims to provide residents and council members with more comprehensive information as discussions progress.