Pownal will consider a 5-year permitting pause on data center facilities

Some in the Pownal area are concerned the former Green Mountain Race Track site is being eyed for a data center. The selectboard is considering a moratorium on such projects. File photo by Holly Pelczynski/Bennington BannerThis story by Jim Therrien was first published in the Bennington Banner on Oct. 26, 2026.POWNAL — The Pownal Select Board is considering a town moratorium on data center facilities amid concerns the former Green Mountain Race Track site is being eyed for a center.Other town