Council passes data center moratorium

Council passes data center moratorium

News ClipLa Crosse Tribune·La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI·8/14/2026

The City of La Crosse has enacted an 18-month moratorium on data center development. This pause is intended to provide the city with time to gather information, likely from the county, before making further decisions on data center projects.

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The City of La Crosse Common Council recently enacted an 18-month moratorium on data center developments. This decision aims to provide the city with time to consult with the county and gather more information regarding these facilities. The pause follows a council meeting where other city administrative matters were also discussed, including a vote on an ordinance for a city administrator position.