Village of Loami Adopts Resolution Establishing Data Center Moratorium
3/13/2026
Loami, Illinois – March 12, 2026
At its regular monthly meeting on March 12, 2026, the Village Board of Trustees unanimously adopted a resolution establishing a moratorium on the construction and approval of data centers within the Village's coporate limits and its extraterritorial jurisdiction.
The resolution temporarily pauses the acceptance, review, and approval of any applicatoins related to data center development while Village officials conduct a comprehensice review of the potential impacts such facilities may have on local infrastructure, natural resources, utilities, and the overall health, safety, and welfare of the community.
During the moratorium period, the Village will evaluate how data centers may affect the community and will consider appropriate policy approaches to ensure any future proposals are consistent with the long-term interests of Loami residents. Village officials will study relevant state law and best practices for regulating data centers and may bring forward recommendations for future policy or regulatory action.
“The Village of Loami is proud to take this step to protect our community and ensure thoughtful planning for the future,” said Village President Steven Lambert. “Our board worked together to put the interests of our residents first, and we are proud to set an example for communities across Sangamon County and central Illinois that want to take a careful and responsible approach to these types of issues."
The resolution directs Village boards, officials, and staff to work together during this review period to ensure that any future decisions regarding data centers are made thoughtfully and with the best interests of the community in mind.
The resolution took effect upon its passage on March 12, 2026.
Residents interested in reviewing the full resolution may do so through the Village of Loami office.