Our Story

Our community was unexpectedly drawn into a major development proposal with long‑term impacts on our neighborhoods and natural resources. While the golf course owners were preparing to retire, residents reasonably expected the land to remain residential under the long‑standing Orderly Annexation Agreement. Instead, we learned—only after the city began revising its comprehensive plan—that city officials, staff, and the developer had been working under non‑disclosure agreements to advance a hyperscale data center project.

As details emerged, neighbors organized quickly. We acknowledged the rights of private landowners and the growing need for data‑center infrastructure, but we also saw the pressure tactics and promises used to influence city leaders. In response, we formed the Coalition for Responsible Data Center Development to advocate for responsible planning and to protect our water, energy resources, wildlife, and environment.

When the City approved the rezoning and the “Farmington Technology Park,” we retained legal counsel and filed three complaints. Volunteers stepped into leadership roles, created outreach materials, conducted research, and kept the community informed. With support from neighbors, friends, and family, we established both 501(c)(4) and 501(c)(3) organizations and soon found ourselves advising other communities facing similar challenges.

Through every step, we’ve stayed committed to our mission: ensuring that data center development is transparent, sustainable, and protective of the neighborhoods and natural resources we value.