Commissioners Court recognizes Juneteenth and Pride, discusses water usage resolution and development agreement
The Hays County Commissioners Court considered a resolution to implement a 180-day moratorium on approvals for high-water-use projects, including data centers, in unincorporated Hays County due to drought concerns. The resolution was tabled for further discussion to address legal concerns and potential impacts on small businesses.
The Hays County Commissioners Court considered a resolution to impose a 180-day moratorium on high-water-use projects, including data centers, within unincorporated areas of Hays County, Texas. This proposal, driven by rising resident concerns over water usage amidst drought conditions, marks a second attempt by Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra to restrict data center access to local water resources.
During its June 9 meeting, the court ultimately tabled the resolution for further review until June 23. Concerns were raised regarding the legality of the proposed moratorium and its potential negative impact on small businesses, leading to the decision to postpone a vote.