Memphis City Council delays data center moratorium vote amid protests
The Memphis City Council again delayed a vote on a proposed data center moratorium, moving it to Oct. 20. More than 100 protesters attended the meeting, which was halted after tense exchanges and a fight broke out in the lobby.
The Memphis City Council postponed a vote on a proposed data center moratorium until Oct. 20, extending uncertainty over the ordinance. More than 100 people attended the meeting, where protesters chanted and council members debated the measure.
The meeting was suspended after a physical altercation between two women in the lobby and heated exchanges involving Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton and protesters. Memphis police responded, but no arrests or injuries were reported. Councilman JB Smiley said officials should listen to community concerns, while protesters indicated they would continue pressing the issue.