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Joliet council delays vote on data centre project after marathon hearing
News ClipChicago Construction News·Joliet, Will County, IL

Joliet council delays vote on data centre project after marathon hearing

The Joliet City Council delayed a vote on a proposed 795-acre data center campus after a marathon public hearing that lasted over 7 hours. The project, called the Joliet Technology Center, is expected to generate 7,000-10,000 construction jobs but faces significant opposition from residents concerned about water and energy use, land use, and noise. The council is scheduled to reconvene on Thursday to continue deliberations.

3/17/2026
Joliet residents debate approval of largest data center development in state
News Clip1:49FOX 32 Chicago·Joliet, Will County, IL

Joliet residents debate approval of largest data center development in state

Joliet residents are debating the approval of a proposed data center development that would be the largest in Illinois. Residents are concerned about the project's impact on the local aquifer and electrical grid, as well as increased utility costs and noise. The city expects the project to bring significant tax revenue and thousands of jobs, but some feel the council should postpone the vote to get more assurances.

3/17/2026