The Louisa County Board of Supervisors met in their newest assembly to revisit the dialogue on information facilities, notably in the world of cryptocurrency mining.
The board accepted the primary studying of ordinance 26-2 concerning cryptomining protections. Nevertheless, through the choice on whether or not or to not waive the second and third readings of the ordinance, supervisors determined to attend till their subsequent assembly to permit extra individuals to attend.
Cryptomining makes use of high-powered computer systems to finalize transactions for blockchain networks reminiscent of Bitcoin. Crypto miners compete to earn block rewards. When cryptocurrency is exchanged, it may be offered for government-backed cash reminiscent of money.
Supervisor Chair Kevin Hardin outlines the premise of the ordinance, “This can be a moratorium on new allow purposes for growth of cryptocurrency mining tasks throughout the unincorporated space of Louisa County. Principally, it is not going to permit any permits to be issued till zoning has had time to develop their guidelines and rules regarding the building of cryptocurrency mining [facilities].”
Beforehand, the board accepted ordinance 26-1, an 18-month moratorium on information heart growth in unincorporated areas of Louisa County. That ordinance will likely be in place till zoning is established.
The board will maintain a second studying on the proposed ordinance at their subsequent assembly. They may also look to waive the third studying to approve the ordinance. The following Louisa County Board of Supervisors assembly is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. September fifteenth at 503 Franklin Road in Wapello.
