Opponents of Independence data center double down, continue referendum petition efforts

News Clip1:23KMBC 9·Independence, Jackson County, MO·3/7/2026

Opponents of a proposed data center in Independence, Missouri are continuing their efforts to file a referendum petition against the project. This represents active opposition to the data center development.

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Opponents of a proposed data center in Independence, Missouri, aren't backing down. A group turned in a second intent to file for a referendum petition Friday morning. 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