Walbridge

Data Center Signal is tracking 3 clips about Walbridge data center developments across 1 states, including MI.

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News ClipThe Sun Times News·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Saline Township Meeting Draws Tense Data Center Debate

The Saline Township board meeting saw a tense debate over the Related Digital data center, with residents raising concerns about safety, infrastructure, and zoning. Despite ongoing construction updates, the board tabled proposals for a master plan update and zoning ordinance consolidation due to public objections. A public hearing on a data center moratorium is now scheduled for May 5.

zoning opposition environmental government legal water moratorium

4/9/2026

News ClipObserver and Eccentric Newspapers·Lyon, Oakland County, MI

Anti-data center group seeks recall of 7 Lyon Township board members

Members of the "No Data Center in Lyon Township" group are seeking the recall of all seven Lyon Township Board of Trustees members. Recall petitions have been filed with the Oakland County Election Commission, which will hold a clarity hearing on the petition language on April 6. Residents are upset over the board's alleged lack of transparency regarding the "Project Flex" data center approval and a proposed tax abatement policy.

opposition government environmental electricity water moratorium zoning

4/3/2026

News ClipPlanet Detroit·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Data center news: Saline residents blast Oracle data center construction

Residents in Saline, Michigan are voicing complaints about the construction of a massive data center project by Oracle and OpenAI. Concerns include heavy truck traffic, noise, dust, and potential road damage. Local officials have met with the construction contractor and pledged increased traffic enforcement. Meanwhile, a new survey finds that Americans are holding increasingly negative views of data centers, with concerns about environmental impact, energy costs, and quality of life for nearby residents.

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Oracle OpenAI

3/16/2026