Potential Data Center Development

City staff received a letter from Lightedge expressing interest in leasing City property for the construction of a co-location data center. The proposed facility would be built out in phases based upon demand. The site being considered is 10.86 acres on Aviation Way, directly west of the property occupied by the Sigler Companies.

The Airport Master Plan identifies that this area could be used for non-aeronautical uses.

The first phase of the project would result in 3 MW of electrical demand. The second phase would follow shortly and use 6 MW. Ultimate buildout would demand 25 MW. The time estimate of the full buildout is 10 years.

Next Steps:

• June 23 - City Council Meeting: Staff will provide a general overview of the request. The City Council will not make any decisions and will not take public comment during this meeting. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 515 Clark Ave.
• June 30 - Special City Council “Listening Session”: Residents will have an opportunity to provide input and share comments regarding the proposal. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 515 Clark Ave.
• July 14 - City Council Meeting: The City Council will revisit the proposal and consider feedback received during the public listening session. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 515 Clark Ave.

A staff report describing the project in more detail is linked here.