Data center moratorium request
Summary
A proposed AI data center at the old Buena Vista biomass plant near Ione has split the community. Supporters tout tax revenue and jobs; opponents want a temporary moratorium to study water, fire, noise, and fiscal impacts before any approvals.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 11
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Backers say it would boost the tax base for schools and services without raising home taxes; critics want a fiscal analysis of who pays for roads, water, and fire impacts.
Property owners including the Oneto family group, and potentially county schools and services through new tax revenue.
Neighbors cite risks to groundwater, rural character, fire safety, and quiet enjoyment for residents near the site.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors — October 20, 2026
Members of the Amador County Data Center Action Group asked the board for a third time to place a temporary data center moratorium and study work program on a future agenda, citing unanswered questions about water, roads, fire risk and the Buena Vista project. The board took no action during general public comment.
Board of Supervisors — September 22, 2026
A proposed AI data center at the old Buena Vista biomass plant near Ione has split the community. Supporters tout tax revenue and jobs; opponents want a temporary moratorium to study water, fire, noise, and fiscal impacts before any approvals.
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