FREE WEBINAR FOR CITY & COUNTY LEADERS

Stay in Control of Data Center Projects Without Overloading Your Staff

Data center projects move quickly, and the cities that win them are the ones that can set clear expectations, keep reviews moving, and protect day‑to‑day operations.

This short session shows how to prepare your community without overwhelming your staff or adding permanent headcount.

Ready to prepare your city for data center growth?

What you’ll learn

Why data centers matter

See how these projects bring major investment, long‑term tax stability, and future development opportunities.

What "readiness" requires

Learn the basic steps that help teams stay organized, set expectations early, and keep projects moving.

How to avoid delays

Understand the common bottlenecks — and how added support helps cities stay on schedule.

Why certainty drives data center decisions

“Data centers move where there's certainty: certainty in power, in process, in partnership. When both sides can work to reduce friction and eliminate surprises, projects move faster and communities benefit long‑term."

— Chase Willis, Vice President of Sales, East Region, SAFEbuilt

If a developer called tomorrow, would your team be ready?

Data center projects require coordination across planning, building, utilities, and leadership. When teams aren’t aligned, small gaps turn into big delays.

This session shows you how to stay aligned, including:

What developers expect before they commit to a site
Where most municipalities experience breakdowns in the review process
How to prepare for high-volume, technically complex submissions

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Common questions about data center projects

We’ve never managed a data center project in our city. Is this still relevant?

Yes. This webinar is designed for cities evaluating their first data center proposal. It focuses on what to review and prepare before complexity increases.

What makes data center projects different from other commercial builds?

They typically require more power and more detailed electrical and life‑safety review, and they involve coordination across multiple departments. The session explains how that affects timelines and staffing.

Our team is already stretched. Will this create more work?

No. The goal is to show how clearer processes and defined responsibilities reduce last‑minute pressure and prevent bottlenecks.

Is this webinar focused on economic development or operations?

Both. You’ll learn how internal readiness affects your ability to attract and successfully manage large projects.

Featuring your hosts

Juliana Hoffman

Director of Marketing & Communications, SAFEbuilt

Juliana leads SAFEbuilt’s thought leadership, including the Built for Tomorrow podcast and the Economic Development series, helping communities navigate growth, limited staffing, rising permit volumes, and evolving service expectations.

Chase Willis

Vice President of Sales, East Region, SAFEbuilt

Chase leads revenue growth and strategic expansion across key markets. A people-focused sales leader, Chase is known for building high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and driving sustainable growth.