As Fort Worth prepares to hold ‘robust’ discussions on growing data centers, residents rally together – Fort Worth Report

As Fort Worth prepares to hold ‘robust’ discussions on growing data centers, residents rally together  Fort Worth Report

A June 2 meeting could shape how city leaders approach data centers looking to set up shop in Fort Worth. Fort Worth leaders are set to explore how other cities and counties are approaching data center prospects amid growing concern from the public on environmental impact and quality of life. Meanwhile, residents are unifying and urge city officials to consider a halt on development of the super computer hubs. June 2 marks the starting point of more robust discussion among city staff and with the public, council member Michael Crain said. On March 23, Crain requested City Manager Jay Chapa provide a detailed report to council in early June to ensure city policies align with Fort Worth’s economic development goals and responsibility to protect residents.

The request came days before a March 31 council meeting, where officials tabled a vote that would have decided whether to enter a 50% tax break agreement with Edged Data Centers. ✨ Getting the full story takes timeIt also takes all of us. It's only possible with your support. In that meeting, Mayor Mattie Parker and council members said more information was needed before moving forward. “It’s not a reflection of how they do business, it’s just an understandable concern across the country about where we’re headed on the data center front,” Parker said at