Rock County Board Meeting - 9/24/2026

The Rock County Board held a public meeting on September 24, 2026, which included extensive discussions on procurement and policy related to hyperscale data centers. Key procurement-related topics included the consideration of resolutions to limit county staff from entering into non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with hyperscale data center developers, reflecting public concerns about transparency and environmental impacts. The board passed a resolution directing the development of a policy governing the use of NDAs specific to hyperscale data centers, with a definition based on power usage and building size. Additionally, the board established the Rock County Advisory Committee for Data Centers to provide fact-based guidance on development impacts, though budget funding for this committee was debated and ultimately deferred. The meeting also covered the county's 2027 budget overview, highlighting fiscal constraints, staffing changes, and capital projects, including a $700 million soybean processing plant investment. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the discussions indicated a cautious approach to future economic development projects involving large-scale data centers and associated procurement activities.