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Who Owns the Water? Temple Reassures Public on Synergy Well Rights
News Clipkkam.com·Temple, Bell County, TX

Who Owns the Water? Temple Reassures Public on Synergy Well Rights

Temple City Council addressed public inquiries regarding the ownership of the Synergy groundwater well, originally built by Rowan data center and dedicated to the city. The city plans to use this well as the foundation for an Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) program to bolster its drought response. Rowan repurposed its planned data center into a commercial warehouse, rendering the well unnecessary for their new, closed-loop cooling systems.

watergovernmentenvironmental
7/21/2026
City of Temple says Synergy well is owned by the City, not Rowan
News Clip2:41KCENNews·Temple, Bell County, TX

City of Temple says Synergy well is owned by the City, not Rowan

The City of Temple is clarifying the ownership of a groundwater well amid a water conservation project. The well was initially drilled by data center company Rowan as part of an agreement, but Rowan later converted its data center to a warehouse and dedicated the well to the city. The city now plans to use the well for aquifer storage and recovery, requiring an operating permit from the Clearwater Underground Water Conservation District.

watergovernment
7/21/2026
Temple clarifies ownership of groundwater well after data center controversy
News Clip1:53KCENNews·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple clarifies ownership of groundwater well after data center controversy

The City of Temple is clarifying ownership of a groundwater well after public concerns about its connection to a data center project. The well was built by Rowan as part of a deal for their now-defunct Moriah data center, with the city owning the well and water rights. Temple now plans to use the well for a larger water conservation project, requiring an operating permit.

watergovernmentopposition
7/20/2026
Data center developer gifting water well to City of Temple
News Clip3:10KCENNews·Temple, Bell County, TX

Data center developer gifting water well to City of Temple

Rowan, a data center developer, initially funded a multi-million dollar water well project for its first Temple data center. Due to advances in cooling technology, Rowan's plans changed, and its facilities will now use significantly less water. Rowan is now gifting the completed well to the City of Temple, saving taxpayers money and providing an asset the city can use.

watergovernment
7/17/2026
Temple Mayor Davis defends data centers despite detractors
News ClipThe Killeen Daily Herald·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple Mayor Davis defends data centers despite detractors

Temple Mayor Tim Davis defended proposed data center developments in a letter to residents, emphasizing their economic benefits and responsible resource use. His critics, who are leading a recall effort, argue the city lacks transparency and that the mayor's letter has only intensified public opposition. The controversy highlights concerns about water demand, electric grid strain, and local control over the projects.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalelectricitywatergovernment
4/30/2026
Temple mayor sends message to residents on data center as recall efforts grow
News ClipKCENTV.com·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple mayor sends message to residents on data center as recall efforts grow

Temple, Texas Mayor Tim Davis issued a letter defending the city's approval of multiple Rowan data centers, addressing resident concerns about water, electricity, noise, traffic, environmental impact, and tax revenue. The letter, however, intensified recall efforts against the mayor and two city council members by a citizen-led group. The opposition group is actively collecting signatures, citing concerns not addressed by the mayor, such as the heat island effect.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentelectricitywater
4/29/2026
Temple mayor addresses data center concerns in letter to residents
News ClipKCENTV.com·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple mayor addresses data center concerns in letter to residents

Temple, Texas Mayor Timothy Davis has addressed community concerns regarding data center developments in a letter to residents. He defended the projects, citing closed-loop cooling technology for water usage, the power grid's regional governance, and significant long-term revenue generation for the city. Davis also refuted claims of self-interest among city officials.

waterelectricityenvironmentalgovernmentopposition
4/29/2026
Residents threaten city council recall after local leaders approve Rowan data center development agreement
News ClipKXXV·Temple, Bell County, TX

Residents threaten city council recall after local leaders approve Rowan data center development agreement

Temple, Texas residents are threatening a recall of city council members after the council approved a development agreement for a new Rowan data center despite significant community opposition. Concerns include the data center's demands on local water and utilities, as well as potential environmental impacts. The council's decision has led residents to feel their voices were not heard, prompting the push for a change in local government.

oppositionelectricitywaterenvironmentalgovernmentzoning
4/20/2026
Temple City Council approves new data center
News Clip0:55KCENNews·Temple, Bell County, TX

Temple City Council approves new data center

The Temple City Council approved the development of a new data center through a 4-0 vote, despite strong opposition from local residents. Community members voiced environmental concerns and frustration over the council's decision, leading to a local group initiating an election recall effort.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernment
4/17/2026