Cannon Falls Tackles Lead Service Line Notifications and “Forever Chemicals” Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Cannon Falls City Council meeting on December 2nd addressed several topics, with a substantial focus on infrastructure and environmental issues. The council discussed the city’s ongoing efforts to manage lead service lines and the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as “forever chemicals,” in the city’s wastewater discharge.

Cannon Falls Considers Zoning Overlay After Monster Truck Noise Exceeds Standards

Overview: The Cannon Falls City Council engaged in a discussion on November 18, 2025, addressing issues such as noise violations from a recent monster truck event, waste management challenges, and infrastructure improvements at the wastewater treatment facility. Key topics also included public input on zoning regulations and efforts to enhance community integration and development.

Cannon Falls City Council Divided Over Data Center Project as Community Voices Concerns

Overview: The Cannon Falls City Council meeting focused heavily on a proposed data center project, sparking debate among council members and residents. The project, supported by some for its potential financial benefits to local schools, faced opposition over concerns about environmental impact, transparency, and long-term community implications. The council ultimately voted in favor of granting a conditional use permit for the data center, with four members supporting the measure and two opposing it.

Cannon Falls City Council Faces Divided Community Over Proposed Data Center Project

Overview: At the recent Cannon Falls City Council meeting, extensive public input revealed a deeply divided community over a proposed data center project. Residents voiced both support and opposition, highlighting potential job opportunities and economic benefits against environmental concerns and local tax implications. Despite public interest and debate, the council ultimately voted against a resolution to approve a conditional use permit for the data center.

Cannon Falls Residents Express Concerns Over Proposed Data Center’s Impact on Local Resources

Overview: At the Cannon Falls City Council meeting on October 7, 2025, the proposed development of a data center emerged as the key topic of concern among residents. Public input highlighted worries about the center’s environmental impact, particularly its significant water usage and potential effects on local water quality. Residents questioned the transparency of the council’s decision-making process and expressed skepticism about the benefits the center would bring to the community. These concerns were compounded by discussions of potential tax implications and the adequacy of infrastructure to support the development.