Living in Elizabethtown has always meant enjoying a certain quality of life for many of us. It's the fresh air, the clear water, and the peace of mind knowing our community is a healthy, welcoming place to call home. However, the possibility to build a data center in our city threatens to undermine these very values.

Data centers are known to consume massive amounts of electricity. This strain on our power grid could lead to increased electric bills for all residents, a financial burden that many of us simply cannot afford. With electricity consumption projected to rise significantly, we could experience more frequent power outages, further disrupting our daily lives.

But that's not all. Data centers also use vast quantities of water for cooling purposes. This could deplete our local water resources, threatening the quality and availability of water we rely on for everything from drinking to irrigation.

Moreover, the constant humming of generators and servers means a continuous noise pollution that would shatter the tranquility of our neighborhoods. And let's not forget the air pollution resulting from increased vehicle traffic and construction activities that accompany such large-scale projects.

In a time where environmental responsibility is paramount, allowing a data center to set up shop here contradicts our community values and aspirations for a sustainable future. We must prioritize our natural resources, community health, and the financial well-being of all Elizabethtown residents.

Join me in urging the Elizabethtown City Council that we are not in favor. We should explore other avenues for economic development that do not compromise our quality of life or strain our environmental resources.

Let’s stand together to protect our community from becoming a hub for corporate interests that do not align with our values. Sign this petition to show the decision-makers that we, the citizens of Elizabethtown, do not support the construction of a data center in our city.