Three in custody after disturbance at city council data center meeting, CSPD says

News Clip1:22KRDO13 Colorado Springs·Colorado Springs, El Paso County, CO·9/21/2026

Three people were arrested after a disturbance at a Colorado Springs City Council meeting concerning a proposed data center. The meeting involved public comments both for and against the project, with concerns raised about water use, energy consumption, and environmental impacts.

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Gov: Colorado Springs City Council, Colorado Springs Police Department

A Colorado Springs City Council meeting regarding a proposed data center in the Garden of the Gods neighborhood saw a disturbance resulting in three arrests. Police made the arrests after a woman claimed she was skipped during the public comment section, leading to an eruption captured on camera, including one person appearing to shove an officer.

The meeting, which began at 9 AM and lasted for hours, included public testimony from residents both supporting and opposing the data center. Opponents expressed concerns over the project's potential water use, energy consumption, and broader environmental impacts, while proponents highlighted its potential for job creation and technological advancements in the city.

The city council is expected to make a decision on the data center's future, and the news station plans to provide an update on their decision during its 6 PM broadcast, noting that whatever the outcome, it is unlikely to be the final word on the matter.