Orange city leaders put breaks on rumors about data center after item was listed as a presentation
Orange city leaders are addressing rumors that a data center is coming to the city. Mayor Larry Spears and Director Kelvin Knoff confirmed there are no current plans, and an upcoming city council meeting will feature a presentation to inform council members and residents about data centers, specifically addressing concerns about electricity and water usage.
Leaders in Orange, Texas, are proactively setting the record straight regarding rumors about a data center development in the city. Mayor Larry Spears Jr. and Community and Planning Development Director Kelvin Knoff have confirmed that there are no current plans or proposals for a data center in Orange.
The clarification comes after an agenda item for an upcoming city council meeting was listed as a "presentation" on data centers, sparking public speculation. Knoff emphasized that the presentation is purely informational, designed to educate the council and residents about data centers, particularly concerning potential considerations should the city ever be approached by a developer. Mayor Spears echoed this sentiment on Facebook, highlighting the council's desire to stay informed on the issue.
The presentation will cover key aspects of data centers, including common public concerns such as high electricity consumption and substantial water usage, as data center expansions continue across Texas. City officials are encouraging residents to attend the informational meeting, scheduled for 5:30 PM tomorrow night at the Orange Public Library's auditorium, to learn directly from leaders rather than relying on social media rumors.