City Of Kenosha Common Council

The City of Kenosha Common Council meeting held on June 15, 2026, included extensive public commentary primarily focused on concerns about the proposed Microsoft data center project. Residents expressed worries about environmental impacts such as noise pollution, air and water quality degradation, and effects on property values and community health. Several speakers requested a moratorium of 24 months on data center approvals to allow for further study and community input. The council also addressed various procurement and contract matters, including awarding contracts for invasive species maintenance services to GEI Consultants for $50,000, and multiple public works contracts to AW Oaks and Sun Inc. totaling over $580,000 for alley paving, concrete street repairs, and road reconstruction. Additionally, the council approved several license renewals, zoning ordinances, stormwater management agreements, and lease amendments. Motions related to these contracts and licenses were unanimously approved. The meeting reflected a balance between addressing community concerns about large-scale development projects and proceeding with routine municipal procurement and infrastructure improvements.