Wisconsin town becomes first to restrict data centers as pushback grows nationwide
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Wisconsin town becomes first to restrict data centers as pushback grows nationwide

April 8, 2026
Washington Examiner
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A small Wisconsin town approved a ballot measure requiring voter approval for future data center projects, reflecting growing public pushback nationwide. About 66 of Port Washington voters approved a referendum requiring city leaders to obtain voter approval before granting developers tax incentives exceeding 10 million or more. The ballot measure was proposed by residents and []

Wisconsin town becomes first to restrict data centers as pushback grows nationwide
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