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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bowling Green public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Street renaming honoring Betty Natcher
A stretch of Collett Lane will become Ms. Betty Natcher Alley, honoring the widow of Congressman William Natcher who has guarded crossings at T.C. Cherry and Potter Gray Elementary for almost 50 years. Final reading comes later.
Data Center Zoning Regulations and Moratorium Debate
The city adopted strict zoning rules for data centers — 1,500-foot setbacks from homes, schools, and hospitals, utility-impact plans, and bonded decommissioning — after 33 residents urged a six-month moratorium instead. A late-filed pause failed 2-3, leaving opponents worried about noise, water, and electric rates.