Data Center Town Hall Turns Contentious As Residents From Across The Valley Demand Answers
A town hall meeting in Coachella regarding a proposed 450-acre data center project turned contentious as over 100 residents expressed frustration and accused city officials and developers of avoiding direct questions on environmental, water, and power impacts. Despite city claims of no formal approval, residents pointed to a unanimous City Council vote to approve a Municipal Utility Development Agreement with Stronghold Power Systems, the proposed developer, and the company's subsequent land purchases.

