Temple residents push to recall City leaders after data center vote
Temple residents are pushing back against the City Council's approval of a third data center, citing concerns about infrastructure and transparency. A group is now working to gather signatures for a recall election of City leaders and is calling for a moratorium on data center development.
Following the Temple City Council's decision to approve plans for a third data center, public opposition in Temple, Texas, has intensified. The approval came after extensive public comments where residents voiced concerns regarding infrastructure, transparency, and the long-term impact of data centers on the community.
A group of residents is now actively seeking to recall City Council members, collecting signatures from registered voters to initiate a recall election. They are also advocating for a pause on all data center development, arguing that more studies are needed before proceeding. City leaders have stated that public input was considered and that all projects undergo a thorough review process. The debate is ongoing as both sides continue to present their arguments.