WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – Sedgwick County is asking for public feedback on proposed data centers, with a town hall meeting moved to a larger venue due to expected turnout. The listening session will be held Thursday at 6 p.m. at the county’s K-State Research and Extension offices.
Farmers and residents west of Colwich have voiced opposition to a proposed data center in that part of Sedgwick County, with signs posted throughout the area.
Commissioner says process will not be rushed
Sedgwick County Commissioner Stephanie Wise said a pause on data center permit applications signals that commissioners are listening to residents with concerns.
“It’s much bigger than just us right here, and that’s why it’s such a delicate conversation and a very important decision that we don’t want to rush,” Wise said…