$2 billion data center with six-figure jobs moves ahead in Polk County
By Madalyn Blair
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Published: Nov 19, 2025

A massive data center is moving forward in Polk County after commissioners unanimously approved a $150 million, 10-year tax break for the facility.

On Nov. 4, commissioners adopted an ordinance to approve an ad valorem property tax exemption and a performance agreement for Fort Meade DC LLC, which is linked to Maryland-based developer Stonebridge, as part of an economic development effort in Fort Meade.

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