Ypsilanti Township Residents Protest University of Michigan Data Center Project Over Transparency Concerns
Residents of Ypsilanti Township are voicing strong opposition to a proposed data center project, dubbed the 'Los Alamos' project, backed by the University of Michigan. The project aims to establish a computing center to support the university's researchers and students. However, residents have raised significant concerns regarding the planning process, alleging a lack of transparency and insufficient opportunities for community input. Many residents reported learning about the proposed data center through local news reports rather than direct communication from the university or local authorities. Ahead of a recent town hall meeting, protesters gathered to demand greater transparency and more robust community involvement in the project's development. The University of Michigan has stated its commitment to continue working with residents, local leaders, and independent experts as the plans for the data center progress.
