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‘We don’t deserve this’: UMich town hall over data center draws severe backlash from community members
A University of Michigan open house on a proposed Ypsilanti Township data center exposed deep community opposition. Residents raised concerns about environmenta
By Alexa Cheaney and Caleb Obico · 2026-09-11T09:05:37.296Z
A University of Michigan open house on a proposed Ypsilanti Township data center exposed deep community opposition. Residents raised concerns about environmental effects, safety, quality of life and property decisions, while U M highlighted potential scientific benefits, including cancer research. The tense meeting offers insight into the project’s stakes and the growing divide between university plans and local residents.
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