AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoData Center Moratorium: Pulaski County’s Quorum Court just approved a 12-month ban on new data center permits—zoning, site plans, building permits, special uses, and variances—while grandfathering one project after a tense vote and warnings from the county attorney that the move could trigger lawsuits. AI Power Costs: At the same time, a North Carolina bill (SB 730) is moving forward to stop utilities and ratepayers from eating the risk of AI-driven power demand that doesn’t show up, with tighter rules for large data centers. Weather & Flooding: Western North Carolina also took a hit from heavy overnight rain, washing out roads and flooding homes in places like Edneyville, Bat Cave, Fairview, and Gerton. Public Health: In a separate national case, a New Jersey cheese maker pleaded guilty over a listeria outbreak tied to queso fresco. Economy/Jobs: BorgWarner announced a $100M expansion in Henderson County, adding 378 jobs.
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