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Jackson Township Board Notified of Proposal for 800-Acre Data Center

November 26, 2025/
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Jackson Township Board Meeting | October 2025

Article Summary: During the monthly report, township officials announced the receipt of a public notice regarding a massive proposal to construct a data center within the township limits. The Board also discussed finalizing a new transportation agreement due to low ridership numbers on the current system.

Jackson Township Board Key Points:

  • Data Center Proposal: Officials received notice of a public hearing regarding a proposed data center that would span 800 acres within the township.

  • Transportation Shift: The township is finalizing an agreement to join “Access Will County,” replacing the current “Dial-A-Ride” service.

  • Low Ridership: The move to the new transit system is prompted by reports indicating Jackson Township currently has the lowest ridership figures.

The Jackson Township Board on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, discussed significant development and transportation updates, including a massive industrial proposal and a shift in public transit services.

During the Town Report, officials disclosed that the township had received a public notice regarding a public hearing for a new data center. According to the report, the proposed facility would be built within the township and is projected to cover 800 acres. All township officials have received the notice, marking the beginning of the public process for the development.

In addition to development news, the Board discussed changes to local transit services. The township is nearing the finalization of an agreement to switch its service provider to “Access Will County,” moving away from the “Dial-A-Ride” program. Supervisor Matt Robbins noted that Matt was unable to attend the meeting regarding the change, but the minutes indicated that Jackson Township currently holds the distinction of having the lowest ridership.

In other administrative news, Supervisor Robbins provided an update on the Capital Plan, specifically regarding a grant of easement involving ComEd. Robbins reported speaking with Patty Felix from Prima Engineering, a third-party representative for ComEd. While an easement grant was provided and reviewed by Attorney John Gallo, missing information necessitated sending the documents back. Robbins stated he has not yet received a response regarding the corrections, nor has he heard back from IDOT representative Elliot regarding rail issues.

The Board also looked ahead to the following year, noting that the Township Officials of Illinois (TOI) is requesting the adoption of a resolution at the next meeting to recognize America’s 250th anniversary.

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