Upset residents push back on data center near Howell
In Howell, Livingston County (MI), Howell City Council and local residents debated municipal data center siting, utility infrastructure load, water consumption, and zoning rules during the June 15, 2026 session.
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Upset residents push back on data center near Howell
Howell City Council · June 15, 2026
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- Clip 1 · 0:14 Howell City Council Officials and Speakers Elected Official Opposed auto captions, uncheckedZoning Power & Grid Water
Officials and speakers in Howell, MI address municipal data center zoning, grid capacity, and community impacts.
">> Deny it. It's the simplest thing. It's the best thing. [clears throat] It's what everybody's want. [applause] >> I'm confident if you do the right thing, we all have your back. If you do the wrong thing, you can join Green Township and go in and what happened there. Please do the right thing. >> And do you sign an NDA? >> Okay. I believe all of you should be"
- Clip 2 · 0:44 Resident public comment Resident Public Comment auto captions, unchecked
Community members and local officials in Howell, MI weigh water supply, electricity rates, and neighborhood buffer rules.
"clear. Regardless of what happens tonight, we are not going anywhere and our minds will not be changed. >> [cheering and applause]"
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