BOCC Meeting for July 15, 2026

The Leavenworth County Board of County Commissioners held a meeting on July 15, 2026, which included public comments primarily focused on concerns about a proposed hyperscale data center project. Residents expressed worries about environmental impacts, noise pollution, property value declines, and the need for more transparency and extended moratoriums on data center development. The board discussed but ultimately did not agree to hold evening meetings to accommodate public input. A motion to extend the data center moratorium was also discussed and placed on a future agenda for consideration. Additionally, the board approved a notice of intent to withdraw from the CARRP workers' compensation program to explore more cost-effective insurance options. The commissioners reviewed and moved forward with budget discussions, including a decision to remain revenue neutral for the 2027 budget, which involves a slight reduction in the mill levy. No contract awards or specific procurement actions were taken during this meeting, but the discussions around the data center moratorium and budget decisions could influence future procurement and development activities in the county.