Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley, Jr. introduces amended data center temporary moratorium ordinance set for final reading on October 6th

Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley, Jr. introduces amended data center temporary moratorium ordinance set for final reading on October 6th

News ClipThe Tennessee Tribune·Memphis, Shelby County, TN·9/27/2026

Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley, Jr. has introduced an amended temporary data center moratorium ordinance. The ordinance is scheduled for its final reading on October 6th. This action by the City Council aims to regulate future data center development in Memphis.

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Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley, Jr. introduces amended data center temporary moratorium ordinance set for final reading on October 6th  The Tennessee Tribune