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Twiggs County commissioners approved a controversial data center project by Eagle Rock Partners despite public opposition and a lawsuit alleging violations in the approval process. The decision, made ahead of a state requirement for regional impact reviews, includes financial commitments from the developer, such as a $175 million tax return guarantee. Nearby counties are wary of the infrastructure strain posed by such developments, with DeKalb imposing a moratorium and Monroe raising concerns about water supply impacts.