Council relaunches charter panel with data center ban in mind

News ClipThe Community News·Willow Park, Parker County, TX·6/25/2026

The Willow Park City Council recently voted to re-establish a charter commission with the specific goal of amending the city's home rule charter to include a provision banning data centers. This decision followed tense discussions among council members and residents regarding the protection of the city from future data center developments. The move is intended to be a long-term protective measure for the city.

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The Willow Park City Council unanimously voted to re-appoint a charter commission with the explicit purpose of amending the city's home rule charter to include a provision banning data centers. This decision came after a contentious Tuesday, June 23, council meeting where the city's home rule charter development was discussed.

Council Member Eric Contreras championed the idea, stating it was