Election 2026: Will Boulder City Voters Permit Data Centers?
News ClipBoulderCity.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV·2/26/2026
The Boulder City City Council discussed a proposal to allow data center construction in the Eldorado Valley area, which currently is not permitted. Residents voiced strong opposition at the public meeting, citing concerns over water usage, environmental impacts, and continued commercial development of the area. The Council discussed ballot language and potential restrictions on any future data center projects. No specific data center proposals have been announced, but the City would have less influence over projects on private land within the city limits.
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The Boulder City Council discussed a proposal to allow data centers to be constructed in the Eldorado Valley. While the current city charter does not address this, voters must approve a ballot measure to permit data center development in the area. Residents expressed concerns about the water usage and environmental impact of data centers. The Council voted 3-1 to add the ballot measure to the November election, allowing voters to decide.
Other topics addressed included a proposal for a new fire station, funding for the city's golf courses, and discussions around special reserve funds. No final decisions were made on these items.