
Supervisor raises concerns about data centers
News Clipswiowanewssource.com·Adair County, IA·3/15/2026
Adair County Supervisor Jodie Hoadley is concerned about the electricity and water usage of potential data centers in the county. She suggested creating a county ordinance to regulate data centers due to their high demand for these resources. The county does not have zoning ordinances, but Hoadley believes they can use Iowa Code to protect the health, safety, and welfare of residents from the impacts of these facilities.
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Gov: Adair County Board of Supervisors, Creston Water Works, Southern Iowa Rural Water
ADAIR COUNTY – Adair County Supervisor Jodie Hoadley suggested creating a county ordinance related to data centers due to interest in having some in the county, and members agreed to