07.24.26 Is Proposed Verrus Data Center Right for Salem Oregon?

Program host Melanie Zermer reviews her take on pros & cons of a proposed data center coming to Salem Oregon, in light of a public hearing on the issue coming before Salem City Council July 27, 2026.  She explores issues communities grapple with when evaluating benefits and negative impacts of data centers, different kinds of data centers and some specifics about the proposed Verrus project called Oakline at Mill Creek.