Palm Beach County School Board voices concerns about proposed AI data center

News Clip1:041290 WJNO·Palm Beach County, FL·6/11/2026

The Palm Beach County School Board has sent a letter to County Commissioners expressing concerns about a proposed AI data center near Saddle View Elementary School. The board is worried about the safety and health of students and staff and is requesting impact studies for 'Project Tango'. The County Commission is expected to vote on the project in mid-July.

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Gov: Palm Beach County Commissioners, Palm Beach County School Board

The Palm Beach County School Board has voiced concerns over a proposed AI data center in Florida, specifically in Palm Beach County. The School Board sent a letter to the Palm Beach County Commissioners, highlighting worries about the safety and health of students and staff at Saddle View Elementary School, which would be located just 1,200 feet from the proposed development along Western Southern Boulevard, near Lion Country Safari.

During a recent meeting, board members voted to dispatch the letter regarding the project, known as 'Project Tango'. They have requested access to all public records, impact studies, and reports that the county may possess concerning the development. The letter emphasizes the school board's fundamental responsibility to ensure safe learning environments for students and staff.

The Palm Beach County Commission is scheduled to vote on 'Project Tango' in mid-July.