HomeMy WebLinkAboutData Center Development_SBRC 2026 v2 FILED• DATA CENTER DEVELOPMENli • EXPERIENCE & INSIGHTS FROM DATA CENTER DEVELOPMENT PRESENTED BY I SOUTH BEND REGIONAL CHAMBER Filed in Clerk's Office SEP O 8 2026 Bianca Tirado City Clerk, South Bend, IN
THE MAJOR TYPES OF DATA CENTERS • CO LOCATION Shared Facility dTih illiiill (£3 @:3 @:3 ~ □DD Third-party facility provides power, cooling, connectivity, and physical security. Customers own and manage their servers and equipment. Scalable and cost-effective alternative to building your own data center. BEST FOR: Businesses that want control of their IT equipment without the cost of building and operating a facility. Different models serve different needs . • CLOUD Delivered as a Service 0 ® G Compute, storage, databases, and applications delivered over the internet. Pay-as-you-go pricing with rapid scalability and global availability. Providers manage the infrastructure, updates, and security. BEST FOR: Organizations that want flexibility, speed to market, and on-demand access to technology and resources. • Iii HVPERSCALE Built for Large-Scale Computing CO'.) CQJ @ L/7 Large-scale facilities that support cloud services and complex computing workloads. Built to support cloud, Al, data processing, and high-performance computing. Operated with high levels of automation to support reliability, efficiency, and scalability. BEST FOR: Global technology companies and cloud providers delivering services at internet scale. • KEY TAKEAWAY: While all data centers house servers, they serve very different purposes. Understanding these differences helps communities make informed decisions.
JOBS e KEY TAKEAWAY: CONSTRUCTIO JOBS WORKFORCE TRAINING & SKILL DEVELOPMENT Data center development supports jobs across construction, operations, and the broader economy, while creating opportunities for workforce training and skill development.
UTILITIES Reliable infrastructure to support current and future growth Establish Baseline 1 Understand Current Capacity 1 Understand current supply, capacity, 11/1-':-; '>::· 1 Assess grid capacity and reliability. 1'-and system needs. 2 Plan for Future Demand 2 Plan for Future Demand Evaluate long-term availability and Identify needed infrastructure and timing. infrastructure investments. t 3 Collaboration 3 Align Project Needs Work with regional partners to support Coordinate with utility providers on investments sustainable growth. and service delivery . • KEYTAKEAWAY Utilities are a critical component of data center development and require thoughtful planning, collaboration, and long-term investment.
TAXES How Data Center Development Translates into Public Revenue ® TAXES PAID FROM DAY ONE ---•---Data center development begins generating property tax revenue as facilities are completed and placed into service. PROPERTY TAXES Data center development generates property tax revenue for local governments. • KEY TAKEAWAY: ~ • • LONG-TERM TAX REVENUE Data centers are long-lived investments that can generate tax revenue for decades. {.ii FISCAL PRODUCTIVITY The amount of tax revenue generated relative to the amount of land and ongoing public-service demand. Data center development can generate substantial property tax revenue and provide a long-term source of funding for local government.
----------------------------COMMUNITY BENEFIT ~ Data center investment delivers broad and lasting benefits that strengthen our economy, enhance our community, and create opportunities for our residents. 0 ECONOMIC STRENGTH A INFRASTRUCTURE V &SERVICES a COMMUNITY • PARTNERSHIPS • Creates quality jobs and supports local workers. • Generates private investment and broadens the economic base. • Supports local businesses through construction, operations, and ongoing spending. • KEY TAKEAWAY: • Supports infrastructure improvements tied to development. • Can strengthen public safety resources and services. • Creates capacity for future growth and community needs. • Supports local nonprofits and community organizations. • Invests in STEM education and student opportunities. • Partners on greenspaces, community centers, and other local initiatives. The community value of a major investment extends beyond the site through jobs, local spending, infrastructure, and community partnerships.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES Considerations for creating lasting community value A EVALUATE V EACH PROJECT Consider the specific type, scale, operations, and impacts of the proposed development. -1 ··1 --.. • KEY TAKEAWAY: ----•----ft TRANSPARENCY & V COMMUNICATION Share facts, expectations, impacts, and project information early and consistently. oOo AAA e DEFINE COMMUNITY VALUE Identify benefits that matter locally and are visible to residents. ' I / -,, Q ,-888 0 PLANFOR LONG-TERM VALUE Consider the lasting impact on infrastructure, workforce, tax base, and the broader community. Successful development is measured not only by the investment itself, but by the value it creates for the community.