Resident warns Perseus data center not approved at state level, urges city clarification

Lynn Doherty, a city resident who spoke during the meeting's public-comment period, told the Planning Commission that the Perseus data-center project is not approved at the state level and that promotional materials risk misleading residents. "No draft environmental impact report exists. No state clearing house number has been issued," Doherty said, urging the city to publicly clarify the project's status so residents are not misled by marketing that "presents this as if it's a done deal."

Doherty asked the commission to halt further permitting for data centers until state review steps are complete and to consider alternative revenue strategies that prioritize community needs. The chair and staff confirmed the commission received public comments and said staff will post responses and questions on the project website so the public can find consistent information.