In response to the comments, questions, and concerns that have been raised from residents and those individuals living outside of city limits about the proposed data center development along Millcreek Road an FAQ page is now available on www.sidneyoh.com. (https://www.sidneyoh.com/526/6533/Proposed-Data-Center-FAQ)
Right now, there are a lot of assumptions, partial explanations, and second-hand interpretations circulating. That’s understandable—this isn’t a simple process—but it’s also the reason misunderstandings continue to occur.
Rather than relying on guesses or informal explanations, the most important step is to go directly to the source. The city has created an FAQ page on its website that was established to give the facts about the proposed data center project. These responses are based upon the questions and comments we are hearing and is designed to be a living document as it is updated frequently. There you will find information about:
- What is proposed to be built in Sidney
- Why Sidney was chosen
- How this will impact the local economy
- Why public records must be redacted to protect critical infrastructure
- Answers to questions about the tax abatement
- Details on impacts to local utilities
- Facts about environmental impacts
- And an explanation of the multi-step process involved in evaluating the feasibility, compliance, and long-term viability of any economic development project, including the proposed data center project.
As the project progresses and new information becomes available, this page will continue to be updated and expanded to reflect the most current details.
Questions about the project should be directed to City Manager Crusey.