THE DATA CENTER AT PENNHURST

Key next steps:

• Attend the next PLANNING COMMISSION  meeting on Tuesday, February 17th at 7:00 PM at the Township Building. We are expecting that the owner of Pennhurst will be presenting their application for PC review.  Their application and the township Consultants review letters are found.   here. 

As concerned Citizens there are important objections to be made including:

• speak out against the type and size of this proposed plan and how does not fit the IMU Zoning District and surrounding residential areas,

• request that a regional environmental impact study is conducted that includes the other proposed AI Data Centers in East Coventry and Limerick,

• demand that impacts on air pollution, water withdrawals and electricity use must be fully analyzed in advance,

• ensure the lowest sound levels possible, ​and prevent constant, low frequency humming noise, 

• implement strict monitoring and enforcement policies with effectual, multi-faceted consequences,

• demand that an all encompassing Emergency Evacuation and Plan be developed, especially since we are in the 10 mile zone of the Limerick Power Plan.

• require decommissioning plans that protect residents and the environment,

• safeguard the National and State Schuylkill River Heritage Area,

• and designate a permanent, dignified place of remembrance for the history of Pennhurst. You can learn more about the History of Pennhurst.

 

Next Meeting will be the CONDITIONAL USE HEARING IN MARCH in front of the Board of Supervisors. As soon as the date is published by the township, we will announce it.

• We have engaged East Vincent Advocacy's legal counsel to research the constitutionality of this land use, among other questions. 

• We are searching for fact-based, scientific evidence and qualified expert testimony will be required in the following areas:
  Air quality
  Water resources
  Electrical demand and infrastructure
  Sound Impacts
  Emergency preparedness and public safety
  Schuylkill River Heritage Area impacts
  Traffic and transportation analysis
  Veteran mental health impacts, including PTSD
  Agricultural and animal welfare impacts
  Risks associated with AI-generated exploitative content
  Together, we stand Community Strong—committed to presenting credible evidence and expert testimony to thoughtfully and effectively respond to the developer’s expert submissions.
  If you know of individuals with expertise in any of the areas listed above who may be willing to assist, we ask that you please reach out to East Vincent Advocacy (EVA) via evtadvocacy @gmail.com

• This effort will require not only expertise, but also financial support to retain qualified professionals. Please Donate to our Legal Defense Fund 

 

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Together, We’ve Already Achieved So Much:
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✅ Protected Our Rural Character and Environment
We stopped zoning amendments that would have allowed exponential growth — including 220 homes proposed for Ruth Farm. That victory preserved not just land, but the peace and rhythm of our township.

✅ Defended the Township in Court — and Won
When the Ruth Farm developer tried to manipulate zoning laws for profit, we objected with expert witness testimony and legal counsel — and we prevailed, more than once.

✅ Stopped Political Overreach
We exposed and ended the illegal reappointments that attempted to extend political influence beyond expired terms. Local democracy won.

✅ Prevented Unnecessary Sewer Expansion
We halted the expansion of public sewer lines that would have opened the floodgates to overdevelopment — a quiet but powerful victory for smart growth.

✅ Upheld Agricultural Protections
We preserved agricultural zoning multipliers that are the backbone of our rural lands, ensuring that East Vincent remains a place where open space and natural resources are respected.

✅ Strengthened Zoning for People and Nature
When the proposed Pennhurst Data Center surfaced, we acted swiftly — educating officials, pushing the township to bring in experts, and pushing for stronger safeguards. 
 

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 The Fight to protect our Township Is Continuing. Please Attend the Planning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, February 17th, at 7PM.

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