Independence may give tax breaks to a massive AI data center. Residents are racing to stop it

Independence may give tax breaks to a massive AI data center. Residents are racing to stop it

News ClipKCUR·Independence, Jackson County, MO·2/13/2026

The city of Independence, Missouri is considering providing tax breaks to a large AI data center company to build a 400-acre campus. However, a growing number of residents are opposing the plan and racing to try to stop the city from approving the incentives. Residents feel the city has not been transparent about the project.

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Gov: Independence
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