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North Tonawanda approves one-year moratorium extension amid AI facility concerns

The North Tonawanda Common Council approved a one-year extension of its data center moratorium due to concerns about a proposal to convert a cryptocurrency mining facility into an AI data center on Erie Avenue. Residents voiced concerns about water usage and noise, while an existing crypto facility faces ongoing legal issues over noise violations. This local action coincides with a proposed $2 billion AI data center in the neighboring Town of Tonawanda and a statewide moratorium bill awaiting the governor's signature.