Residents Voice Concerns Over Data Center Development at Vineland City Council Meeting

Overview: During a recent Vineland City Council meeting, significant public concern was voiced over the development of a data center on Lincoln Avenue by the NBIS Group. The proposed 2.4 million square foot campus, which includes a partnership with Microsoft for $19.4 billion over five years, has been met with skepticism and apprehension from local residents. Concerns centered on the environmental and economic impacts of the facility, as well as the transparency of the decision-making process.

Cumberland County Board Tackles Tax Liens and Honors Community Contributors

Overview: The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners meeting on November 24, 2025, focused on tax lien issues, tributes to community figures, and updates on public safety and infrastructure. The board discussed strategies to manage 13 properties with outstanding tax liens and honored the contributions of several individuals to the Buena Borough community.

Cumberland County Allocates Funds for Technical Education Center Expansion Amidst Extensive Resolutions

Overview: The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners convened to address a substantial agenda, with key highlights including the adoption of an ordinance to allocate $164,586 from the capital improvement fund for the expansion of the Cumberland County Technical Education Center. In addition to this significant educational investment, the meeting covered various resolutions concerning budget amendments, inter-departmental agreements, and property matters.

Vineland City Council Faces Concerns Over New AI Data Center’s Energy Consumption

Overview: During the recent Vineland City Council meeting, residents voiced concerns about the development of a large-scale AI data center on Lincoln Avenue, primarily focusing on its potential impact on local energy consumption and environmental quality. The proposed facility, intended to be built by Northeast Precast, is expected to demand up to 300 megawatts of power, far exceeding the city’s current grid capacity of 164.1 megawatts. These figures were central to the concerns raised by resident Zachary Landisini, who emphasized the disparity between the data center’s energy needs and the average consumption levels of local residents and businesses, which are only 45.4 megawatts and 35.8 megawatts, respectively.

Vineland School Board Faces Community Concerns Over Bullying Amid Academic and Facility Updates

Overview: At the recent Vineland School Board meeting, concerns about bullying dominated the public comment session, with community members urging the board for more effective interventions. The meeting also featured a review of student performance data, updates on facilities, and the introduction of new educational programs.