The City of Hamilton is currently eyeballing the possibility of planting a data center in their backyard – specifically on a 29-acre plot of idle land at 1380 University Boulevard, as reported by a local outlet. Last year, the city cozied up with Logistix Property Group to potentially develop the site into a techno-hub.
While the powers-that-be seem to be taking their sweet time to analyze the feasibility, the city hasn't yet confirmed if they truly aim to boldly go forward with this project. And if so, what kind of timeline we're talking about. They are, however, open to letting the community chime in while they turn the idea over. According to the City of Hamilton, in a recent FAQ session, Hamilton's residents have already piped up with questions and concerns over the proposed data center, prompting an official FAQ response from the city.
Leading the charge is Wharton Cincy DC, LLC, an offspring collaboration between Wharton Equity and Logistix Property Group. This joint enterprise appears to be the brains of the operation, but specific details remain sparse as the city continues to weigh the data center's prospects.
The would-be data center has been a recurring topic among Hamilton locals, with many seeing its potential to kick-start employment and tech buzz in the area, yet others fear it could upset the community vibe. The city's deliberation aims to eventually carefully consider all these factors before making a final decision – one that could dramatically reshape the local economic landscape.
