The Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee holds regular meetings every other Thursday at 3:00 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center, 10052 Highway 27 in Rock Spring.

The purpose of this committee is to review the County’s Code of Ordinances regarding data centers, including allowable zoning districts, setbacks, buffers, noise, lighting, environmental impacts, compatibility with surrounding land uses, and other potential regulations.

Committee members:
Stephanie Watkins, Economic Development Director
Jon Pursley, Planning & Zoning Director
Lacey Smith, Chamber President
Barney Danks, District 1 Appointee
Jason Rader, District 1 Appointee
Chad Hodges, District 2 Appointee
Jon Madden, District 2 Appointee
Laura Owsley, District 3 Appointee
Courtney Johnson, District 3 Appointee
Travis Middleton, District 4 Appointee
Kenneth Wilson, District 4 Appointee

Meetings are open to the public. The first meeting will be held August 27, 2026.