Let’s Talk Data Centers: A McHenry County Community Conversation
Hosted by Together We Stand McHenry County
Thursday, October 1, 2026
6:00 – 8:00 PM
McHenry County College – Luecht Auditorium
8900 Northwest Highway 14, Building B, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Featuring Presentations By
Scott Kuykendall-Water Resources Specialist, McHenry County Planning and Development
Scott will provide detailed information about sources of water in Illinois, how data centers use water, and opportunities to mitigate risk
Jim Chilson-Communications Director, Citizens Utility Board (CUB)
Jim will address electricity demand, infrastructure, and potential implications for utility customers
Alison Lindburg, Director of Sustainability for the City of Aurora
Alison will discuss the city’s experience regulating data centers after a 180-day moratorium on new development
This program is not intended to be a referendum on AI technologies or address a proposed facility. It is designed to provide guests with practical information about water use, energy demands, and regulatory options relating to the rapid expansion of hyperscale data centers in our region.
Each of the presentations will provide attendees with a solid foundation of understanding about data centers to help them shape development in their communities.