Wrightstown residents oppose potential data center

Residents of Wrightstown, Wisconsin, are speaking out against a potential data center project, with many expressing significant concerns and even threatening to sell their homes if the development proceeds. The proposed project is being discussed by Cloverleaf Infrastructure, a real estate development company, which has confirmed that Wrightstown is one of the areas it has engaged with regarding potential data center sites. Board President Dean Erickson indicated he would not support a moratorium or pause on development in Wrightstown because no official proposal has yet been submitted. However, other local governments are taking action; Manitowoc County recently approved an 18-month moratorium on data center development. Wrightstown's board trustees have stated they wish to see a formal proposal before making any decisions, emphasizing the goal of doing what is best for the community of 4,000 people. Residents believe Cloverleaf is targeting land behind the high school, between Shanty Road and County D, though no formal plans have been filed.