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Mayor breaks tie as Statesboro council approves Burkhalter Road rezoning

The Statesboro City Council approved a controversial rezoning for a 26-acre property on Burkhalter Road, allowing developers to pursue plans for a data center. Mayor Jonathan McCollar cast the tie-breaking vote amidst strong public opposition citing concerns over property values, water, noise, and traffic. This approval is only a preliminary step; a special use permit will still be required for actual data center construction.