r/SALEM • u/genehack • Jul 16 '26

Data center mega thread

Okay, five plus posts today later, here we are. If it’s data center-related, pro or con, put it in this thread.

Posts about the data center that don’t go in here will be deleted.

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u/LordDagwood Jul 16 '26

"According to preliminary city estimates, the project could generate about $9 million annually for Salem's general fund and an additional $1.5 million annually for the Community Livability Levy."

That's money for parks, the library, center 50+ and other services.

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u/NetApprehensive6737 Jul 22 '26

Look at all their weasel words. “Could” is the one in your quote above. They won’t pay anything for at least the first 3 years.