Fort Meade Residents Oppose Proposed 4-Building Data Center Project
Residents of Fort Meade, Florida, expressed strong opposition to a proposed data center during a public forum held by the project developer at Fort Meade Middle-Senior High School. The proposal includes four buildings, each 1.1 million square feet, covering over 1,100 acres.
Concerns were raised about the center's high water and power consumption, especially amid existing drought conditions. Although the developers promised 50 jobs with salaries exceeding $100,000, community members remained skeptical.
Developer representatives attempted to address concerns, stating they would adhere to strict obligations and regulations, but community members remained unconvinced. The specific use of the data center and the operating company have not been disclosed.
