zoning

Urged the board to establish use-specific standards, noise ordinances, and environmental impact rules for hyperscale data centers.

Argued that hyperscale data centers require a separate zoning category distinct from low-intensity office services.

Called for the board to enact a six-month data center moratorium to study outdated zoning codes and listen to residents.

Expressed concern over noise pollution affecting pets and wildlife, light pollution, and potential power grid strain during summer heatwaves.

Stated she lives 200 feet from the proposed site and highlighted health risks to children, schools, and families.

Noted he served on the developer steering committee and criticized fluctuating tax revenue projections and excessive diesel generator pollution.

Argued that data centers offer poor tax returns after abatements and strain water resources during drought conditions.

Called for regional coordination among neighboring counties to strategically plan for data center growth without harming quality of life.

Criticized the developer's lack of data center experience and dismissed the offered public park concession as an insult.

Spoke about protecting honeybees, livestock, and family health from constant noise and vibration, and reiterated concerns about agricultural extension office access.

Warned about water quality risks, pointing out that Beaver Dam Creek flows through the site into the Yadkin River drinking water supply.

Shared results from door-to-door canvassing in Rural Hall where nearly 1,000 residents signed petitions opposing the data center rezoning.

Argued that the data center threatens Rural Hall's small-town character, water resources, and local economic development goals.

Paid tribute to former commissioner Dave Plyler and urged caution regarding data center zoning and public engagement in county planning.

Expressed opposition to a proposed data center in Rural Hall due to environmental and community impacts, and requested better availability of printed meeting materials.