Data Center Engagement Series Clarification
The City of Sheboygan is clarifying its data center speaker series, initiated after a 12-month data center moratorium. The series aims to inform thoughtful zoning code updates to protect the city from potential data center impacts, rather than supporting or opposing any specific project.
The City of Sheboygan is addressing public speculation regarding its data center speaker series, clarifying that its purpose is to inform future zoning regulations rather than to advocate for or against any specific data center project. The series was established following the Common Council's adoption of a 12-month data center moratorium, intended to allow the city to understand data center issues and identify beneficial zoning provisions.
Council President, Alderperson Susie Boorse, emphasized the importance of gathering expert input to explore unforeseen impacts and ensure long-lasting positive zoning code adjustments for Sheboygan. The City aims to proactively develop zoning standards to protect the community from potential impacts of future data center developments, as it cannot legally ban a lawful business type but can regulate aspects through zoning. Residents are encouraged to attend the sessions in person or virtually for transparent community involvement.