Keller City leaders threaten legal action against Westlake over data center
Keller city leaders are threatening legal action against the neighboring city of Westlake over an approved data center project on their shared border. Residents are deeply concerned about potential health and environmental impacts from the facility. The Keller City Council has authorized legal counsel to protect its community.
Keller city officials are contemplating legal action against the neighboring city of Westlake concerning an approved data center project situated near their common border. This move follows a heavily attended city council meeting where Keller residents voiced strong opposition to the development.
Mayor Armintrout of Keller directly addressed the gathered crowd, asserting the city's commitment to safeguarding its residents and exploring "every legal means available" to halt the project. He announced an upcoming agenda item for the City Council to consider and authorize formal legal action if Westlake proceeds.
Residents articulated significant worries regarding the potential health and environmental consequences of the "AI data center," citing concerns about noise, air, and light pollution. These fears are amplified by the project's proximity—just 500 feet—to a Keller neighborhood and a nearby elementary school. The Keller City Council has approved legal counsel for the matter and dispatched a letter to Westlake leaders, suggesting non-compliance with existing city ordinances.
Westlake is scheduled to convene another meeting on Monday to vote on final details related to the data center project.