Owensboro, Ky., Mayor Explores Data Center Possibility
Mayor Tom Watson said he has talked about the idea with municipal utility officials and a congressman. There is no definite plan, the mayor said, but a possible site has been considered.
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Read full articleMayor Tom Watson said he has talked about the idea with municipal utility officials and a congressman. There is no definite plan, the mayor said, but a possible site has been considered.
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Mayor Vi Lyles cast a tie-breaking vote, leading a motion that could have fast-tracked a moratorium to fail. A data center discussion is on the May 11 meeting agenda, but the council won’t be able to vote on it.
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