Data Center Development Concerns
Summary
Multiple residents voiced strong opposition during the hearing of visitors regarding a proposed mega data center in nearby Ross, citing concerns over water consumption, energy use, noise, and heat.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 3
Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential long-term strains on regional utility infrastructure and water supplies.
None identified by public commenters.
Area residents facing potential utility cost increases, environmental degradation, and resource depletion.
Mentions & discussions (11)
Petition to recall Lacy Lakeview council members over data center proposal
The Texas Coalition Against Data Centers delivered petitions to remove 3 Lacy Lakeview council members, citing transparency concerns and alleged violations of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Governor’s data center permit pause no peril to Lacy Lakeview project, firm says
A yard sign protesting the proposed Infrakey Data Center along Walnut Street in Lacy Lakeview, on April 16. Justin Hamel / The Waco Bridge / CatchLight Local / Report for America Audio recording is ...
Temple council approves Rowan data center tax break, $38M investment deal after months of push back
Temple City Council approved a $38.5M infrastructure deal and tax break for Rowan's final data center project, but residents who have fought the developments for months aren't backing down.
Temple council talks data center tax breaks and regulations amid resident transparency concerns
Temple residents and officials debate tax breaks, transparency, and regulations as the city considers annexing land for Rowan Digital Infrastructure's final planned data center in the area.
Regular City Council Meeting - Aug 4, 2026
Multiple residents voiced strong opposition during the hearing of visitors regarding a proposed mega data center in nearby Ross, citing concerns over water consumption, energy use, noise, and heat.
Gov. Abbott: Data center approvals in Texas halted pending audits
Transmission lines running through Infrakey’s proposed Lacy Lakeview Data District along North Katy Road in Elm Mott, Texas on Nov. 19, 2025. Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans w...
You asked us questions about data centers. We answered them.
You asked us questions about data centers. We answered them. The Waco Bridge
Regular City Council Meeting - Jun 2, 2026
Residents from the Ross area expressed strong opposition to proposed data center projects, citing concerns about water usage, developer transparency, and financial stability.
Regular City Council Meeting - May 19, 2026
Residents are protesting a proposed data center in the Lacey Lakeview area, citing concerns about water usage, environmental impact, and lack of transparency.
City Council (Regular) - Apr 7, 2026
Residents expressed concerns about a proposed data center in the ETJ, citing potential increases in electricity costs, environmental impacts, and strain on local infrastructure.
Can local officials stop data centers in Texas?
Can local officials stop data centers in Texas? The Waco Bridge
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
The weekly brief for Waco
What the council decided, in plain English — one email a week.
Free. Unsubscribe with one click any time. We never sell your email.