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Data centers, housing, school funding and immigration enforcement shaped the Oct. 6 discussion hosted by the League of Women Voters of Frederick County.
The council unanimously approved an amendment defining urgent public-safety situations. The broader Values Act remains pending, with another hearing scheduled Oct. 13.
A proposed moratorium would pause applications to allow data centers while the city studies their effects on infrastructure, the environment and neighborhoods.
The dispute pits local governments seeking compensation for climate-related harm against oil companies arguing that federal law blocks the claims.
Council members are scheduled to consider the Values Act and a disputed zoning proposal, followed by hearings on four additional bills.
Richard Griffin denies intentionally exposing himself during an alleged Ocean City incident. The city confirmed he was on leave but did not disclose why.
