Monterey Park neighbors push back on proposed data center, citing environmental and health concerns
News ClipABC7 Los Angeles·Monterey Park, Los Angeles County, CA·1/21/2026
Neighbors in Monterey Park, CA are protesting a proposed 247,000 sq ft data center project, citing concerns about the environmental and health impacts from air pollution, noise pollution, and heavy water usage in their community. The data center would require diesel generators and a new substation from the local utility, which residents say is incompatible with their neighborhood. Local experts have voiced concerns about the project's energy and water demands.
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Residents in Monterey Park, California are protesting a proposed data center in their community, citing environmental and health concerns. Neighbors are worried about the data center's high electricity and water usage, as well as potential air and noise pollution from diesel generators. The project developer, StratCap, claims the data center will not raise electricity rates for residents and that the diesel generators meet environmental regulations. However, environmental advocates argue the generators could release harmful pollutants. Monterey Park Mayor Elizabeth Yang says the city is not responsible for defending the developer, and the company must address the community's concerns. Residents say they will continue to push back until their issues are fully addressed, despite the potential $5-6 million in tax revenue the data center could bring.