The Village of Romeo: Planning Commission Meeting - August 6th, 2026

The Village of Romeo Planning Commission held a meeting on August 6, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and updating zoning and performance standards related to data centers and other high resource demand industrial uses. The discussion included proposed changes to lighting standards to ensure dark sky compliance, noise, heat, vibration, and environmental impact regulations, as well as considerations for battery energy storage systems. The commission also addressed concerns about how these new standards would affect existing businesses, particularly regarding lighting and setbacks. No specific contract awards, procurement decisions, or budget allocations were discussed during the meeting. The commission agreed to revise the proposed ordinance language further, especially to clarify exemptions for holiday lighting, before sending it back for additional review.