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Taylor residents outraged after city rejects data center petition
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kevin Baskar , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· July 10, 2026
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Key points The city had been considering a citizen-led petition regarding a data center proposal. A recent Taylor City Council meeting sparked outrage among residents.
A recent Taylor City Council meeting sparked outrage among residents. The city had been considering a citizen-led petition regarding a data center proposal.
During the meeting, residents were speaking in support of the petition when the city made an announcement on social media. The announcement stated that the proposal could not move forward.
Further details about the decision and the reaction from residents are available through KXAN.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
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