City of Maquoketa ends discussions on proposed data center

News Clip0:21WQAD News 8·Maquoketa, Jackson County, IA·8/19/2026

The City of Maquoketa and its development consultant, Gronen, have mutually agreed to cease preliminary discussions regarding a proposed data center. The potential project was planned for the Maquoketa South Highway 61 Industrial Park.

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The City of Maquoketa, Iowa, has announced an end to discussions concerning the potential development of a data center. The proposed facility was slated for the Maquoketa South Highway 61 Industrial Park.

According to a Facebook post from the City, both the City and its development consultant, Gronen, reached a mutual agreement to cease all preliminary discussions regarding the project.

City leaders stated their continued commitment to pursuing public development ideas that prioritize the community's best interests.