Morris Council Hears More Details About Proposed Data Center Campus, Many Residents Opposed To Project

Morris Council Hears More Details About Proposed Data Center Campus, Many Residents Opposed To Project

News ClipWCSJ News·Morris, Grundy County, IL·7/21/2026

The Morris City Council held a public meeting to discuss a proposed one-gigawatt data center campus, drawing over 120 residents. A representative from Tract outlined project details, while over 15 residents voiced opposition, particularly concerning water usage. The city plans future public information meetings.

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Gov: Morris City Council, Morris Mayor Chris Brown, City Attorney Garrett Wheeler

The Morris City Council convened a meeting where council members and over 120 residents heard details regarding a proposed one-gigawatt data center campus. The planned location for the project is at the intersection of Gun Club Road and Route 6.

City Attorney Garrett Wheeler informed attendees about forthcoming public information meetings, with Mayor Chris Brown noting that the city had posted relevant information on its website. A representative from Tract presented project specifics during the public comment portion of the meeting, which also included discussions about the project's water demands.

Over 15 members of the public, including residents Tom Getz and Robert McCullough, spoke in opposition to the proposed data center, expressing concerns and requesting additional information. The meeting concluded with public access to the full public comment section via the city's website.