Franklin County Judge Approves Data Center Ban Vote in Ottawa
News Clip0:33KSHB 41·Ottawa, Franklin County, KS·9/3/2026
A Franklin County judge has approved a citizen-led ordinance to ban data centers in Ottawa, Kansas. This ruling means the proposed ban will be placed on the November ballot for a public vote. The decision represents a significant step for local opposition seeking to halt data center development in the area.
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Gov: Franklin County Judge, Ottawa, Kansas
A judge in Franklin County has ruled that a citizen-led ordinance to ban data centers in Ottawa, Kansas, will appear on the November ballot.