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Marshalltown officials gather public input on proposed data center ordinance
News Cliptimesrepublican.com·Marshalltown, Marshall County, IA

Marshalltown officials gather public input on proposed data center ordinance

Marshalltown is nearing a proposed ordinance governing data centers after holding public listening sessions on water, power, noise and potential overlay zoning districts. Residents remain divided, while officials are revising the draft before a public hearing and possible City Council consideration; a proposed Swarm Systems facility in Edgewood Industrial Park is a central focus.

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10/2/2026
Iowa communities see increased property tax revenue from data centers
News ClipBusiness Record·Cedar Rapids, Linn County, IA

Iowa communities see increased property tax revenue from data centers

Data center development is significantly increasing in Iowa, bringing substantial property tax revenue and job creation to communities like Cedar Rapids and West Des Moines. Municipalities are enacting legislation to regulate this industrial land use, while companies such as QTS, Google, and Microsoft are heavily investing in large-scale facilities across the state. A new data center proposal from Swarm Systems is also being considered in Marshalltown.

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9/18/2026
Data center developer is ready to ride out Marshalltown’s moratorium
News ClipRadio Iowa·Marshalltown, Marshall County, IA

Data center developer is ready to ride out Marshalltown’s moratorium

The Marshalltown City Council in Iowa enacted a four-month moratorium on data center construction following a proposal by Swarm Systems for a $350-million data center. Swarm Systems CEO Amir Atefi plans to proceed with land acquisition once the moratorium expires in late November. The company intends to assess existing infrastructure and collaborate with Alliant Energy to support their project's load.

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9/16/2026
Prospective Marshalltown data center developer fields questions from council, public -
News ClipTimes Republican·Marshalltown, Marshall County, IA

Prospective Marshalltown data center developer fields questions from council, public -

Amir Atefi of Swarm Systems fielded questions from the Marshalltown City Council and public regarding a proposed data center project. The city is negotiating a land sale and indicates a desire to wait until a moratorium on data centers is finished. Public and council members raised concerns about transparency, job numbers, and the developer's history.

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8/27/2026
Marshalltown seeks public input on potential data center regulations
News ClipKCCI·Marshalltown, Marshall County, IA

Marshalltown seeks public input on potential data center regulations

Marshalltown, Iowa is holding a public roundtable for input on proposed data center regulations, following the approval of a four-month moratorium. City officials are drafting rules addressing concerns like noise, water, and electricity usage, which will be presented to the City Council on September 17. Meanwhile, Swarm Systems proposed a data center project in Edgewood Industrial Park, though no action was taken on the land purchase.

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8/26/2026
City council passes second and third readings of data center moratorium, hears from prospective developer
News ClipTimes Republican·Marshalltown, Marshall County, IA

City council passes second and third readings of data center moratorium, hears from prospective developer

The Marshalltown City Council passed the second and third readings of a four-month data center moratorium. During the same meeting, Swarm Systems presented a proposal for a data center in the Edgewood Industrial Park, seeking to purchase land for due diligence rather than immediate approval, expressing support for the moratorium and pledging to adhere to future regulations. Public commenters largely supported the moratorium, while some urged proactive use of the pause to develop clear zoning ordinances.

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8/26/2026
Marshalltown, Iowa, Prepares for Key Data Center Discussions on Moratorium and Swarm Systems Project
News ClipTimes Republican·Marshalltown, Marshall County, IA

Marshalltown, Iowa, Prepares for Key Data Center Discussions on Moratorium and Swarm Systems Project

Marshalltown, Iowa, is holding key public meetings regarding a proposed data center moratorium and a new data center development by Swarm Systems. The City Council will discuss the second reading of Ordinance 15123 for a temporary moratorium, while the Planning & Zoning Commission will host a community roundtable to gather public input on future regulations. Citizens are urged to attend and participate in these discussions to help shape the city's development policies.

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8/22/2026
Second Marshfield data center pauses plans
News ClipSpringfield Business Journal·Marshfield, Webster County, MO

Second Marshfield data center pauses plans

Swarm Systems has announced it will pause plans for its second data center project in Marshfield, Missouri. An official stated the company will "take a beat" and temporarily halt the review process.

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5/22/2026