Oct 20, 2026Board meeting
Linden City Council Council Meeting
The Council discussed and acted upon two ordinances: one addressing handicap parking regulations and another prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts. Significant public input was provided regarding the data center ban, with residents expressing concerns about the environmental impact of AI hyperscale facilities, including diesel generator emissions, water consumption, and industrial noise pollution. Citizens also debated the political timing of the ordinance and called for further safeguards and transparency.