City shares document addressing resident concerns about water use, power demands, and neighborhood impact
City officials have released a new document explaining the purpose and design of a planned Cable Landing Station, hoping to address questions from residents about the project’s potential effects on the community.
The facility, proposed by DC BLOX, would serve as a connection point for international subsea internet cables. City officials emphasized that this type of station differs from the large-scale data centers that have drawn attention in national news coverage.
According to the information released, the station would use a closed-loop cooling system. This means water would be filled once and then reused continuously, rather than requiring constant new water supplies. Officials compared the facility’s water usage to that of a small commercial building rather than an industrial operation.
The document also addresses electrical concerns. City officials stated the facility would operate within existing power capacity, meaning no new power generation or expansion of the electrical grid would be needed.
City leaders pointed to several potential benefits the project could bring to Palm Coast. These include new jobs, additional tax revenue, and improved internet connectivity for local businesses, schools, and public safety services.
“The City of Palm Coast is committed to transparency and informed decision-making,” said Mayor Mike Norris. “Sharing this information helps residents have clear, factual details about how this facility operates, why Palm Coast was chosen, and how the project fits responsibly within our community.”
Officials encouraged residents to review the full document, which is available at the city’s website. The city stated it wants to show how digital infrastructure projects can work alongside Palm Coast’s environmental priorities and neighborhood character.
The full overview from DC BLOX can be viewed at https://copc-strapi-production.s3.amazonaws.com/easy_to_read_overview_from_DC_BLOX_that_explains_the_purpose_design_and_community_benefits_of_the_planned_Cable_Landing_Station_CLS_in_Palm_Coast_a8109d5350.pdf
