Livingston Parish president denies signing NDA for data center
Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte publicly denied signing a non-disclosure agreement regarding a potential data center project in the parish. He emphasized the need for transparency and thorough consideration of the project's impact on local resources and infrastructure, reassuring residents that no final decisions have been made.
Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte addressed residents via social media, denying rumors that he had signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) related to a potential data center development in the parish. This comes amid ongoing discussions about data center expansion across Louisiana, where Governor Jeff Landry and other state leaders are actively promoting expedited permitting processes, citing benefits such as job creation and an increased tax base.
Delatte acknowledged the economic opportunities but stressed that such projects must not be accepted "at any cost." He highlighted significant concerns over potential impacts on critical local resources and services, including water, electricity, drainage, roads, and emergency services, as well as the impact on surrounding neighborhoods. He also noted a broader bipartisan pushback against data centers nationwide, citing a recent poll indicating public opposition.
The Parish President assured constituents that, to his knowledge, no local elected officials in Livingston Parish had signed an NDA concerning a business coming to the area. Delatte reiterated his commitment to transparency and public awareness, stating that while he supports the innovative nature of artificial intelligence and data centers, no final decisions have been made regarding the project in Livingston Parish. He vowed to keep the public informed every step of the way.