St. Marys approves one year moratorium on data center projects
In St. Marys, Auglaize County (OH), St. Marys 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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St. Marys approves one year moratorium on data center projects
St. Marys City Council · June 15, 2026
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- Clip 1 · 0:21 St. Marys City Council Officials and Speakers Elected Official Questioning auto captions, uncheckedZoning Power & Grid Water
Officials and speakers in St. Marys, OH address municipal data center zoning, grid capacity, and community impacts.
"code, and how that relates to city ordinances. They say it's not a vote for or against data center projects, but a chance to study the issue, especially when looking at what would be needed when it comes to city resources. >> One of the couple of big issues is electric use and water use, and then also the effluent. Are Are we equipped? We don't know. That's why the moratorium's out there to"
- Clip 2 · 0:56 Resident public comment Resident Public Comment auto captions, unchecked
Community members and local officials in St. Marys, OH weigh water supply, electricity rates, and neighborhood buffer rules.
"to make that happen? So, that is why we're putting the moratorium. We just need time to do the study. >> Harris says it all comes down to determining what's best for the city in the long run. Council meets again July 13th at 6:30 p.m."
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