Kotek withdraws land for Salem data center
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has announced the state will cancel a land contract for a proposed data center near Salem. This decision follows a heated city council meeting where residents expressed opposition to the facility and the city's use of non-disclosure agreements.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced that the state will withdraw from a land contract intended for the construction of a new data center near Salem. The Governor's decision comes after a contentious city council meeting earlier in the week, during which public sentiment against the proposed facility was evident.
Reports indicate that some residents expressed significant discontent regarding the data center project and the city's use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in relation to the facility. Governor Kotek issued a statement today, emphasizing her belief in fostering Oregon's economy, but also stating that economic growth must be balanced with other considerations.