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Northfield
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Data center ordinance

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Community sentiment

Opposed (5)Concerned (5)

At a glance

Public comments
10
Last 30 days
10

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.

Public comments (10)

ConcernedWendy PlackoOct 6, 2026

Raised concerns about proposed data center setbacks during open comment.

City Council — October 6, 2026 · 0:00 →
ConcernedAlan AndersonOct 6, 2026

Spoke on the proposed ordinance and data center setbacks during open comment.

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ConcernedKatie RooksOct 6, 2026

Spoke about public opinion and the Planning Commission's recommendations on data center rules.

City Council — October 6, 2026 · 0:00 →
OpposedEthan StrubyOct 6, 2026

Spoke in opposition to data centers in Northfield.

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OpposedJulia MenardOct 6, 2026

Spoke on behalf of Northfield Indivisible in opposition to data centers.

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OpposedJames ClintonOct 6, 2026

Asked the council to prohibit data centers for a period of time.

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OpposedTrina BrunkOct 6, 2026

Spoke about data centers and led the audience in song.

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ConcernedLorraine RovigOct 6, 2026

Urged the council to proceed cautiously with the proposed ordinance.

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OpposedHolly KelchnerOct 6, 2026

Raised concerns about buffers, pollution, and environmental impacts of data centers.

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ConcernedSandy TurbesOct 6, 2026

Commented on the proposed setback changes and suggested an alternative setback distance.

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