$1B Data Center Proposed Near Milan Sparks Debate Over Jobs, Taxes, and Local Impact

A proposed $1 billion data center just outside of Milan City, could bring in millions in tax revenue in Washtenaw County, according to Ann Arbor SPARK, a nonprofit that works to stimulate the local economy. In addition to Augusta Charter Township, Washtenaw County, plus the Washtenaw Intermediate, Lincoln and Milan school districts could all see an increase to their tax base.

However, many Augusta Charter Township residents—who would have the data center in their backyards—have expressed concern it would negatively impact their rural way of life.

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