The Jay project: over 800 construction jobs, at least 100 permanent jobs, strong local support.

What this evidence bears on

• Supports: Large projects bring construction work and some long-term jobs. A $550 million data center planned in Jay, Maine, reusing existing industrial infrastructure, was expected to create over 800 construction jobs and at least 100 permanent jobs.

  • A reason for “No, cities should not restrict data centers beyond normal planning rules.”