Ames Council Pauses Data Center Plan | Des Moines News

Ames City Council has paused a controversial 100,000-square-foot data center project at the municipal airport, citing overwhelming public backlash and outdated zoning rules. With over 100 protesters and hundreds attending meetings, residents are raising alarms about energy and water usage — even prompting police presence. City staff are now drafting new regulations to define and control data centers, including upfront fees for infrastructure and tailored utility rules. The council will revisit the decision on July 28, after more time to refine code changes and gather community input. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0ef9f223162748b6