New Kent leaders poised to strike down proposed data center district

New Kent leaders poised to strike down proposed data center district

News ClipRoanoke Times·New Kent County, VA·7/11/2026

New Kent County's board of supervisors is set to reject a proposal to create a technology district intended for data centers. Opposition from board members during a town hall meeting indicates enough votes to deny the plan. This decision follows discussions regarding the viability and support for the proposed district.

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Gov: New Kent County Board of Supervisors

The New Kent County Board of Supervisors is prepared to deny a proposal to establish a technology district that would accommodate data centers. This decision comes after a town hall meeting where two board members voiced their opposition, garnering sufficient votes to block the initiative.

The proposal aimed to designate a specific area for technology-related developments, including data center facilities. The board's readiness to reject the plan signifies a significant setback for the potential expansion of the data center industry within New Kent County.