Decisions › County Commission meeting of Jul 28, 2026
Heard a presentation by Dr. Issa Batarseh from the University of Central Florida about data centers ahead of a proposed moratorium.
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In plain words
A presentation by Dr. Issa Batarseh, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Central Florida, on data centers, in preparation for a proposed moratorium.
What changes Nothing changes yet; this is a presentation ahead of a future vote on a moratorium.
Who and the money Applies to data center facilities within the unincorporated areas of Lake County; no cost stated.
Stated reason (staff, quoted): "In preparation for August 25, 2026, first reading of a proposed moratorium on data centers, a presentation on data centers is being provided by Dr. Issa Batarseh, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Central Florida."
Why (staff, quoted) "Recent Florida Legislation, Senate Bill 484, addresses large load data centers, and provides local government the authority to exercise the powers and responsibilities for comprehensive planning and land development regulations with respect to large-load customers."
Backup in the packet: Chapter 2026-065 Laws of Florida (1) (p. 608), Citrus County Ordinance (p. 608), Nassau County Ordinance (p. 608)
Written from the Board ActionThe Clerk's same-week record of what the County Commission decided on each agenda tab. Vote tallies and discussion come later in the Board Minutes. Clerk of Court, Board Action and Board Minutes on Municode and the staff cover sheet, checked by script: every number appears in the record. Staff memo
From the record
In preparation for August 25, 2026, first reading of a proposed moratorium on data centers, a presentation on data centers is being provided by Dr. Issa Batarseh, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Central Florida.Clerk of Court, Board Action, Jul 28, 2026, page 8. Open the official document
The rest of this meeting
- Previous item: Approved setting maximum property tax millage rates for Truth in Millage notices and holding public hearings at 5:05 p.m. on September 8, 2026.
- Next item: Approved a new rule creating certified recovery residences as allowed land uses in Lake County zoning districts.
- All 16 items from Jul 28, 2026
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