Data center not moving forward in Franklin County
A proposed data center project, known as Project Flash, will no longer be moving forward in Franklin County, Virginia. Blackwater District representative Mike Meredith informed over 200 residents of this decision, attributing it to citizen concerns and ongoing work on new stipulations.
Blackwater District representative Mike Meredith announced that a proposed data center project, known as Project Flash, will not be proceeding in Franklin County, Virginia. Speaking to a crowd of more than 200 residents on Sunday, Meredith stated that verification was received last week, with further details expected soon. He acknowledged the concerns of the citizens and indicated that the decision was made in response to community feedback.
Meredith clarified that what many residents considered a "done deal" for the data center is now definitively "not happening." He suggested that the outcome was influenced by "stipulations we're putting in place," though he noted that "we still got to do some work and get that in there." The announcement marks a significant development for local residents who have expressed opposition to the project.