Port Wentworth residents continue fight against data center development
Port Wentworth residents are actively opposing a proposed data center development in their community. They gathered to rally support for a temporary 180-day moratorium on the project to allow for further research into its potential impacts on water, air, and noise. Residents plan to continue their advocacy at future City Council meetings.
A growing group of Port Wentworth residents gathered to discuss a proposed data center development in their city and to rally support for a temporary moratorium. Organizers stated their intent to prevent the development from happening.
Patrick Donovan, a board member of the Port Wentworth Planning and Zoning Commission, shared information with attendees on how to potentially stop the development. He noted that while no formal proposal has yet reached the planning and zoning desks, there are reports that developers are considering five specific locations, including two industrial parks in Port Wentworth.
Residents have organized a petition requesting the City Council approve a 180-day moratorium. Donovan explained this period would allow time for necessary research and due diligence to understand the potential impacts on water, air, and noise. Organizers vowed to continue speaking out at upcoming City Council meetings until their concerns are addressed.