Brigham City might become the next big hub for nuclear energy, which could bring a ton of new jobs to the area. It’s a major shift that would completely change how our local power grid works.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
New commercial development could increase the city's tax base.
Local business owners and the city through increased tax revenue.
Residents living near the potential site might face concerns regarding property values, safety, and the environmental impact of a nuclear facility.
The city is looking at rezoning land for commercial and manufacturing use. This could bring new businesses and jobs to the area, but it also changes the character of the land near the airport and SR-13.