local-government1 month ago
Roanoke Authority Approves Secretive Land Deal Amid Data Center Fears
The Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority voted to enter a purchase agreement for property at Wood Haven Technology Park, sparking intense community backlash over potential data center development. The decision was made in a closed session, with the board refusing to disclose the buyer or intended use, citing ongoing due diligence. Residents and local officials criticized the lack of transparency, noting that similar secretive deals have previously led to unwanted infrastructure projects in the region.
