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Joint Planning Commission and Council Work Session - June 4, 2024

Farmington City CouncilSunday, March 16, 2025
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Introduction of Tract development team

Data center project overview and rationale

Infrastructure requirements for data centers

Community impact concerns (noise, traffic, water, power)

Proposed development sustainability and economic benefits

PUD overlay process and zoning steps

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Votes (1)

Approve agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Steve · Seconded by Hol

Notable Quotes (3)

our goal is to acquire larger tracks of land where we can master plan and identify the framework for the development

— Kristen Dean
Master planningExplaining the firm's development strategy.

we essentially then sell shovel ready sites to the hyperscalers

— Kristen Dean
Business modelDescribing the business model of selling to major tech clients.

the energy that will be utilized by the data centers will not impact the Grid in the broader community

— Kristen Dean
Power infrastructureAddressing concerns regarding power reliability.

People (6)

DeannaCity Staff

Coordinates the city council/planning commission joint work session.

Kristen DeanDirector of Entitlements

Lead presenter for the development team and project proposal.

1 quote

“we consider ourselves to be a trusted partner in bringing responsible technology infrastructure to your community”

Describing the company's business model.

Kevin ArrowTract Team Member

Attending the presentation.

Philip SandinoTract Team Member

Engages with local power companies.

Alan CatullCivil Engineer

Managing civil engineering and design.

Ashley PayConsultant

Managing the AUAR process.

Places Mentioned

Farmington, MinnesotaLoudoun County, VirginiaHanover County, VirginiaNevadaUtah

Events & Meetings (2)

  • June 4, 2024: Farmington City Council special work session
  • May 14, 2024: Prior Planning Commission hearing
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