# Lawrence Watches Data Center Boom

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Podcast: [Lawrence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lawrence-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7616198)
Published: 2026-06-24T03:23:50+00:00
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## Resource

Over a hundred locals packed Lawrence’s public library to launch the Douglas County Data Center Watchdogs — a grassroots effort to educate the public before any official plans hit town. Speakers revealed how developers seek cheap land, water, power, tax breaks, and lax zoning — all while hoping for minimal pushback. A key driver? Senate Bill Ninety-eight, which offers 20 years of sales tax breaks for projects investing $250 million and creating 20 jobs. But here’s the catch: Lawrence’s city rules let data centers slip through without public input — just planning staff approval. County rules are murkier, with recommendations to add data centers to zoning codes. City officials may pause new projects by July, as residents warn the environmental and social costs pile up. With local elections looming, the watchdog group vows to keep pressure on — next meeting July 27th. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4dd763e41e2cd15c

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