Second town hall discusses proposed data center near Garden of the Gods

Raeden, a tech and real estate company, conducted its second community town hall in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Thursday evening to address public concerns regarding its proposed "Project Taurus" data center. The project involves converting a former Intel Microchip manufacturing plant near the iconic Garden of the Gods into a data center. The meeting, held at the Marriott Hotel, saw a significant turnout of residents who voiced frustration over Raeden's plans, particularly concerning water consumption and potential noise pollution. Raeden representatives stated they intend to recirculate approximately 200,000 gallons of water to minimize strain on the local water system and will implement sound barriers to ensure noise levels remain below the city's 50-decibel limit. A city spokesperson confirmed that any submitted plans for "Project Taurus" would first require approval from the city's planning commission, followed by a final decision from the city council. The public meetings are part of Raeden's effort to maintain transparency despite ongoing community opposition to the development.