Ferguson data center proposal reintroduced during city council meeting
A data center proposal in Ferguson, Missouri, previously voted down, has been reintroduced by city council members and is expected to come to a vote soon. Opponents expressed concerns about environmental impacts, including air and noise pollution, and potential effects on utility rates.
The Ferguson City Council recently held its first hearing on a data center proposal, which is a reintroduction of a plan previously voted down earlier this year. According to the city charter, an elected leader can bring back such a proposal.
During public comments, opponents voiced strong objections, citing concerns about environmental impacts, air and noise pollution, and the potential effect on utility rates.
The proposal is expected to come to a vote in approximately two weeks. There is a possibility it could pass this time, as Councilman Michael Palmer, who abstained from the previous vote, may cast a definitive vote. Efforts to reach Councilman Palmer for comment were unsuccessful.