Board of Aldermen Work Session, Friday, June 12, 2026

The City of Starkville Board of Aldermen held a work session on June 12, 2026, which included a detailed presentation and discussion regarding a proposed data center project on Industrial Park Road. Representatives from TVA, Atwell Gent, and the Starkville Energy Project provided an overview of the project, emphasizing its relatively small scale, limited environmental impact, and favorable electric load profile. TVA confirmed that the 30 MW load request could be accommodated with necessary transmission upgrades, which the developer would fund upfront through tri-party agreements involving TVA, the city, and the company. The board discussed the reliability studies, noise levels, and public communication plans, with future board consideration anticipated for the tri-party agreements and industrial power contracts. Additionally, the meeting covered various consent agenda items including special exception approvals for a mixed-use development, street light installations, ADA improvements, and authorization to advertise for lift station rehabilitation. The session concluded with a notice of an upcoming retirement party and an executive session for potential litigation.