In 2024, Rockland County, New York, approved $77 million in tax incentives for JPMorgan Chase’s datacenter expansion, drawing zero opposition. Now, skepticism grows as watchdogs highlight the project’s sole creation of one permanent job, despite initial claims of economic benefits. Reinvent Albany criticizes as the largest per-job subsidy recorded, with the IDA confirming the creation of just one job. JP Morgan’s arguments for expansion may mask a strategic play, with critics suggesting subsidies generate minimal local employment impact in today’s automated world. Contrarily, officials argue that the single job figure doesn’t account for temporary roles and ongoing contractor needs. The discourse also spotlights broader concerns about local governance accountability and the growing scrutiny of taxpayer-backed tech projects in light of evolving community interests. While construction advances, future datacenter discussions promise heightened public engagement.