Republican primary candidates speak on proposed Stratos Project at Grow the Flow Town Hall

Republican primary candidates for Utah's Senate District 7, including Utah Senate President Stuart Adams, participated in a town hall meeting in Sunset on Tuesday evening. Hosted by Grow the Flow and other organizations, the event focused on the proposed Stratos Data Center project in Box Elder County and broader environmental concerns, particularly regarding water conservation and the future of the Great Salt Lake.

Community members, gathering at Sunset Junior High, voiced their concerns about the potential dangers of the proposed data center and posed pointed questions to the candidates. Ben Abbott of Grow the Flow described the town hall as a healthy exchange, noting that candidates with differing views respectfully shared their stances, while the audience, concerned about water issues, engaged with dignity. The event aimed to inform voters ahead of the upcoming election, highlighting the importance of their participation in decisions affecting the local community and environment.