Sedgwick County seeks public feedback on proposed data centers near Colwich
News ClipKWCH·Wichita, Sedgwick County, KS·3/12/2026
Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking public feedback on proposed data centers near the town of Colwich. Local residents, including farmers, have voiced opposition to the plans, citing concerns over safety, water usage, and potential impacts on the community. The county has paused data center permit applications while it reviews the process and listens to residents.
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Gov: Sedgwick County, Sedgwick County Board of Commissioners
Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking public feedback on proposed data centers near the town of Colwich. Local residents, including farmer Joan Omo, have voiced concerns about the potential impact on their community, citing worries over safety, water resources, and disruption to family plans to build on their land. Sedgwick County Commissioner Stephanie Wise has paused data center permit applications while the commissioners carefully consider the process, aiming to avoid rushing the important decision.