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Marion County Council approved Ordinance #2026-01, facilitating the establishment of a data center known as 'Project Liberty,' operated by Stream. The ordinance includes a fee-in-lieu of tax and incentive agreement with Marion County, South Carolina.

The project will provide benefits of a multi-county industrial park and special source revenue credits. Community concerns were raised regarding water usage, with the company estimating daily consumption at approximately 7,175 gallons, comparable to a standard office.

The facility will utilize closed-loop cooling systems, minimizing reliance on external water sources. Infrastructure costs will be covered by the company. The timeline for the project's location in Marion County remains unspecified.