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Residency & Demographics

Q1. Which Frederick County magisterial district do you currently reside in? *

Q2. How long have you lived in Frederick County? *

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Awareness & Overall Sentiment

Q3. How closely have you been following the recent news and zoning discussions regarding data centers in Frederick County? *

Very closelySomewhat closelyI have heard a little bit about itNot at all

Q4. What is your overall stance on the development of new data centers in Frederick County? *

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Exploring the Impacts

Q5. What do you see as the primary BENEFITS of data centers in our county? (Select up to 3)

Increased local tax revenue

Creation of temporary construction jobs

Creation of long-term tech/maintenance jobs

Funding for local infrastructure (schools, roads, emergency services)

I do not believe there are significant benefits

Other

Q6. What are your primary CONCERNS regarding data center development? (Select up to 3)

Depletion or contamination of local water supplies/wells

Strain on the local electrical power grid and potential utility rate hikes

Noise pollution from cooling systems

Loss of agricultural land, open space, and rural character

Negative impacts on nearby residential property values

Visual impact (size of the buildings and power lines)

I do not have any major concerns

Other

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Zoning & Future Planning

Q7. If data centers are to be built in Frederick County, where do you believe they should be permitted? *

Strictly in existing Industrial Zones: They should not be allowed to encroach on agricultural or residential land.Case-by-Case Basis: They should be allowed in Agricultural/Rural areas only if they meet strict environmental and aesthetic criteria.Anywhere: The free market and property owners should dictate land use.Nowhere: Frederick County should pause or ban all future data center development.

Q8. How important is it to you that the county prioritizes agricultural preservation and agri-tourism over industrial tech development?

5Moderately important

1510

Q9. Would you be in favor of a modest tax increase to fund county services rather than relying on data center tax revenue?

Yes — I would support a modest tax increase as an alternativeNo — I would not support a tax increase under any circumstancesUnsure — I need more information before deciding

Q10. Any other comments or thoughts you’d like to share? (optional)

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