Data center ordinance

Thirty-year Silver Springs resident said the ordinance is inadequate — data centers affect the whole county, noise standards are too weak, and the projects are a net jobs-zero for the county.

Said the ordinance 'looks nice' but has no teeth — urged independent inspectors funded by the data centers, monthly metering, and cited a Georgia case where a center stole 30 million gallons of water.

Supported responsible data center development and a well-architected ordinance over moratoriums or prohibition, arguing standards — not bans — protect the community.

Asked that the workshop allow more than three minutes of public comment and permit follow-up questions.

Said the commissioners' chamber is too small for the workshop and suggested the Boys and Girls Club or another larger venue.

Asked whether public notice of the workshop's framework will be given in advance.

Asked whether the draft ordinance will be publicly available before the workshop and requested a formal voting format for Planning Commission appointments.

Requested the workshop be rescheduled to an evening so working residents can attend.