Township shelves proposed data center ordinance after community concerns

Supervisors in East Vincent Township decided Wednesday night not to move forward with an ordinance that would have set restrictions on a proposed data center project after hearing concerns from residents.

"One of the things we heard during this process is, 'Don't pass the ordinance. Don't do that. Let it go the conditional use or let the board make the decision.' And I think that took place," said Township Manager Robert Zienkowski. "They've listened, and by not acting and putting that ordinance on the shelf, they heard."

The decision came before public comment, which continued despite the board's announcement. Many residents voiced concerns about water use, noise, electricity rates, and the impact on the rural character of the community. #pennsylvania #fyp #datacenter
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