Item:
Title
Future Data Center Policy Discussion (30min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: May 4, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is asked to provide staff with guidance on the information needed to inform future policy discussions regarding data centers. As data centers have expanded across the state and nation, some jurisdictions have enacted temporary moratoria on new large-scale facilities, citing concerns about rising utility costs and environmental effects.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: Empowered Community and Sustainable Infrastructure Environment
Resource Persons: Claudia Hager, County Manager and Larissa Williamson, County Attorney
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board gives direction on future data center policy discussions.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________