Poway advances ban on AI data centers

Name: Poway advances ban on AI data centers
Uploaded: 2026-09-16T23:46:30.000Z
Duration: 28 s
Description: The Poway City Council has unanimously voted to advance an ordinance that would ban AI data centers within the city limits. This proposal, backed by Mayor Steve Voss and Councilwoman Anita Edmondson, stems from concerns about the substantial water and electricity consumption of these facilities. A final vote on the measure is scheduled for October 6th.

News Clip0:28CBS 8 San Diego·Poway, San Diego County, CA·9/16/2026

The Poway City Council has unanimously voted to advance an ordinance that would ban AI data centers within the city limits. This proposal, backed by Mayor Steve Voss and Councilwoman Anita Edmondson, stems from concerns about the substantial water and electricity consumption of these facilities. A final vote on the measure is scheduled for October 6th.

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Gov: Poway City Council, Mayor Steve Voss, Councilwoman Anita Edmondson

The Poway City Council has unanimously voted to advance a proposed ordinance that would prohibit the establishment of AI data centers within the city. The initiative is strongly supported by Mayor Steve Voss and Councilwoman Anita Edmondson.

The primary drivers behind this proposed ban are significant concerns over the considerable amounts of water and electricity that these data centers typically consume. The council anticipates a final vote on the measure on October 6th. Should the ordinance pass again during this final vote, it is slated to take effect 30 days thereafter.