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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 26, 2026.
Public comments (3)
SupportiveSean DiekmanOct 26, 2026
The iron workers business manager and Canton resident backed the data center projects, citing 115 apprentices who need work, an estimated $62 million for the city over 30 years, and better funding for police, fire and schools.
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF) - Oct 26, 2026 · 5:00 →SupportiveGreg BambenekOct 26, 2026
An IBEW Local 540 official and 19-year Canton resident urged support for the abatements, saying each project means years of construction at $80,000-$100,000-plus wages and that voting no 'costs the city millions.'
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF) - Oct 26, 2026 · 8:57 →SupportiveMike ColemanOct 26, 2026
An IBEW Local 540 organizer said the three projects mean steady careers — not one-off jobs — for working people in Stark County, and asked council to vote in favor.
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF) - Oct 26, 2026 · 11:05 →