Smithfield Town Councilwoman Seeks Re-election, Citing Enacted Data Center Ban
Councilwoman Rachel Toppi is seeking re-election to the Smithfield Town Council in Rhode Island. During her previous term, she successfully introduced and enacted a town-wide data center ban, the first municipal ban of its kind in the state. Toppi emphasizes her commitment to proactive legislation and preserving the town's character.
Councilwoman Rachel Toppi announced her bid for a third term on the Smithfield Town Council, emphasizing her commitment to proactive legislation and preserving the town's unique character. Toppi, a Smithfield High School graduate, highlighted several key accomplishments from her previous terms.
She notably introduced and saw the enactment of a town-wide data center ban, which she stated was the first municipal data center ban in Rhode Island. Additionally, she sponsored enacted zoning amendments prohibiting wind turbines, battery-storage facilities, and large-scale ground-mounted solar farms in residential zones. Toppi also worked to modernize local ordinances and mandate public comment at town board and commission meetings. She expressed optimism for Smithfield's future, vowing to continue strengthening good governance and protecting the town's long-term interests if re-elected.