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News ClipJournal & Topics·Elk Grove Village, Cook County, IL

April 2027 Elk Grove Village Trustee Race Now Contested

Donato Latrofa is challenging incumbent Elk Grove Village trustees in the April 2027 municipal election, making data center development a central campaign issue. He raises concerns about environmental impacts, electricity usage, and the scale of a proposed data center at the WGN broadcast tower site. Village officials defend their actions, citing regulatory control and resident preferences over a potential trucking facility, while also noting construction delays due to electrical capacity issues.

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9/10/2026

News ClipChicago Tribune·Elk Grove Village, Cook County, IL

Elk Grove Village mayor defends data centers at packed community hearing

Elk Grove Village Mayor Craig Johnson defended data centers at a community meeting, addressing resident concerns about water and electricity usage for AI facilities. While residents expressed worries and pushed for protections, Johnson highlighted the tax revenue and economic benefits. Other Illinois suburbs like Naperville and Joliet have recently seen data center proposals either rejected or approved amidst similar public debate.

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5/22/2026