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El Paso Residents Push to Terminate Meta Data Center Contract at Council Meeting

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At a recent city council meeting in El Paso, community members expressed their opposition to a contract with Meta for a data center, prompting City Representatives Lily Limón and Josh Acevedo to propose its termination. Mayor Renard Johnson cautioned that canceling the agreement could lead to costly litigation for taxpayers, as losing could result in covering Meta's attorney fees. Environmental advocacy group Amanecer People's Project highlighted the potential harms of the data center, arguing that the city underestimated its impact. The meeting, where public comments will be taken, starts at 9 a.m. with public input beginning at 10 a.m.

Key Details: • City Council meeting starts at 9 a.m., public comments at 10 a.m. • Residents can call in at 915-212-0049 or sign up to speak in-person by 9 a.m. • Concerns include environmental and financial impacts of the Meta data center.

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El PasoRenard JohnsonLily LimónJosh AcevedoAmanecer People's ProjectMatthew Rodriguez

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