City of Independence says no to data center referendum petition

News Clip0:47KMBC 9·Independence, Jackson County, MO·3/6/2026

The city of Independence, Missouri rejected a referendum effort aimed at challenging plans for a large-scale data center. Opponents of the data center project are working together to make their voices heard and take action.

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The city of Independence rejected a referendum effort aimed at challenging plans for this large-scale data center. Opponents of the center are working together to make their voices heard and take action. KMBC 9 is your home for Missouri breaking news and weather. For your latest Missouri news and weather visit: https://www.kmbc.com/ For licensing inquiries: https://www.kmbc.com/licensing