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The development of data centers is testing an agreement protecting Great Lakes freshwater usage

A controversial vote on the massive Microsoft data center in Lowell Township has opponents threatening to recall most of the township board

Lowell Township is considering a six-month moratorium on data centers as Microsoft eyes the community for its controversial development

Microsoft has presented a five-point plan for developing its proposed Gaines Township data center and will share more information during Wednesday’s public meeting

Representatives from Microsoft hosted a community event in Gaines Township Tuesday and Lowell Township Thursday, sharing information on proposed datacenters in the region

The community events are Tuesday and Thursday in Gaines and Lowell townships

The tech giant requested a late March public hearing so it can hold a community meeting in early March first

Microsoft has yet to submit formal plans for the site

Microsoft is the company interested in building a data center in Lowell Township. The township has posted a letter of introduction on its website

The proposed data center has drawn criticism from some residents who fear it will use large amounts of water and electricity, driving up rates and diminishing resources