EDA Meeting 03-23-2026

The Appomattox County Economic Development Authority (EDA) held a meeting on March 23, 2026, primarily focused on discussing a proposed data center development project within the county's industrial park. The meeting included presentations from representatives of Avail Digital Partners, Southside Virginia Community College, and Central Virginia Electric Cooperative, detailing the project's scope, infrastructure plans, economic impact, and workforce development initiatives. Key procurement-related points included Avail's commitment to fully fund and build the electrical substation and infrastructure required for the data center, ensuring no costs are passed to local residents. The project anticipates constructing six buildings, each approximately 300,000 square feet, with an estimated 30-40 high-paying jobs per building and significant tax revenue generation projected to exceed $65 million annually upon full build-out. The EDA also approved payment of two invoices totaling approximately $240 and recommended the appointment of a new board member, Faber Jamerson, to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting concluded with scheduling a closed session for legal consultation and setting the next regular meeting date.