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Data Center Signal is tracking 3 clips about Verus data center developments across 2 states, including OR, MI.

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News Clip0:58KOIN 6·Salem, Marion County, OR

Salem votes to start the process for a temporary data center moratorium

The Salem City Council has unanimously voted to advance a temporary moratorium on AI data centers. This decision follows a contentious period for data centers in Oregon, including Governor Tina Kotek terminating a land contract for a new data center. Residents voiced concerns and questioned city leaders about a non-disclosure agreement with California-based company Verus.

moratorium opposition government

8/4/2026

News Clip9:19NBC16News·Salem, Marion County, OR

Salem Considers Proposed Data Center Amid Resident Concerns

Salem leaders are considering a proposal for the first major data center in the Mid-Willamette Valley, a $5.1 billion, 75-acre campus by California-based Verus. The company claims the facility would use significantly less water and power than traditional data centers, but residents remain skeptical. The city is currently evaluating the proposal, which is in its early stages.

zoning opposition environmental electricity water government announcement

7/15/2026

News Clip2:46Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV·Lyon, Oakland County, MI

Recall effort targets trustees amid data center fight in Lyon Township

Residents in Lyon Township, Michigan, have launched a recall effort against all seven members of the Township Board of Trustees. This action stems from widespread opposition to a proposed 1.8 million sq ft hyperscale data center, Project Flex, which was conditionally approved by the Planning Commission despite resident concerns. While the recall petitions formally cite salary raises, organizers admit the underlying motivation is the board's handling of the data center project.

opposition government zoning announcement

4/29/2026