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Sangamon County Board Approves CyrusOne Data Center Amidst Opposition

The Sangamon County Board approved a conditional permitted use for a CyrusOne data center on agricultural land, despite significant public opposition and concerns over the county's zoning ordinance. Residents and some board members expressed frustration over the approval process, transparency, and the suitability of the location. Proposed amendments to the data center ordinance remain tabled.