Data Center Opponents Say MOU Is Not Enough
Wheeling City Council approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Silicon Foundry Energy LLC for a data center project, despite significant community opposition. The MOU aims to keep the data center's capacity below 90 megawatts to ensure local regulatory control and allow for a Tax Increment Financing District. Opponents urged a moratorium, citing concerns about noise, utility strain, pollution, and property values.


