Helping Our Community Make Informed Decisions
Pott County Data Watch is a grassroots community effort committed to gathering facts, reviewing public information, and providing residents with access to independent research regarding proposed data center development and its potential impacts on our county.
Support Community ResearchCommunity members deserve access to independent information and expert analysis so they can make informed decisions regarding major development projects that affect their homes, families, and county.
Here's what we need. Our mission requires funding for public records requests, expert analysis, website maintenance, and educational materials.
Here's why we need it. Reviewing public documents, commissioning independent expert reviews, and organizing community resources takes time and financial resources that our volunteer organization cannot provide alone.
Here's what we've spent. All donations are tracked and documented. Major expenditures and project updates are shared transparently with our community.
We believe that public trust is earned through honest communication and transparent accounting of resources. Every donation directly supports our mission to provide residents with access to information and independent analysis.
By clearly documenting how funds are used, we demonstrate our commitment to accountability and good stewardship of community contributions.
Evaluate infrastructure requirements and technical claims
Independent engineering experts can help evaluate infrastructure requirements, site design, utility demands, and technical claims associated with proposed developments.
Review consumption and sustainability impacts
Commission independent review of projected water consumption, long-term sustainability considerations, and potential impacts on local resources.
Organize and analyze public records
Review zoning filings, development agreements, permit applications, and other public documents necessary for community understanding.
Cover filing and reproduction costs
Obtaining public records often requires filing fees, reproduction costs, and document processing expenses.
Maintain public research access
Maintain public access to research, meeting information, educational resources, and community updates.
Educational and engagement resources
Educational handouts, informational materials, meeting resources, and public engagement efforts.
Pott County Data Watch is a volunteer-driven community initiative. Donations help support:
We believe transparency builds trust. Major expenditures and project updates will be shared periodically so community members understand how donated funds support ongoing research and public education efforts.
Pott County Data Watch was created to help residents access information and understand the potential impacts of major development projects affecting our community. To maintain public trust and credibility, we believe it is equally important to be clear about what we do not do.
Our mission is simple: provide community members with access to information, independent research, and public resources so they can make their own informed decisions about the future of Pottawatomie County.
Help fund the retainer for an attorney and other attorney fees associated with drafting the petition.
$125 of $1,500 raised
Support the collection, review, and organization of public records related to proposed development projects.
$500 of $500 raised
Whether large or small, every contribution helps provide community members with access to information, independent analysis, and public education resources.
Our goal is not to tell residents what to think. Our goal is to help residents access the information they need to make informed decisions for themselves, their families, and the future of Pottawatomie County.