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Emporia residents raise utilities concerns as rezoning proposals face Planning Commission review

Emporia residents voiced concerns Tuesday night at a Planning Commission meeting about rezoning proposals that could allow data centers to move into the city.

Illustration of residents and city planners meeting over rezoning concerns related to utilities and potential data centers.

Emporia residents voiced concerns Tuesday night at a Planning Commission meeting about rezoning proposals that could allow data centers to move into the city.

Many opponents focused on potential water and electricity demands, saying those infrastructure needs could affect the community.

Mike Law, interim CEO of the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce, addressed the proposal during the meeting. The available reporting does not include the full details of his remarks or whether the Planning Commission took action.