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Proposed Townsite Solar 2 Data Center Project

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Last discussed May 20, 2026.

Public comments (35)

OpposedAmanda NicholsMay 20, 2026

Urged the commission to reject the data center proposal due to massive energy and water demands during a drought, and argued the matter should wait for the November ballot question.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 23:00 →
OpposedJulieMay 20, 2026

Voiced strong opposition to data centers, stating they serve corporate greed and threaten environmental and mental health.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 25:54 →
OpposedAdam SchulteisMay 20, 2026

Asked the commission to deny the data center, noting closed-loop systems burden local resources and provide few permanent local jobs.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 29:11 →
ConcernedDoug SmithMay 20, 2026

Highlighted potential electrical shortages at Hoover Dam this summer that could double local power rates if competing with data centers.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 32:05 →
NeutralDavid PittermanMay 20, 2026

Suggested data centers incorporate solar panels and wind turbines for self-generation.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 33:56 →
OpposedJohnna MellorMay 20, 2026

Compared corporate pushing of data centers to pharmaceutical companies pushing addictive drugs, warning against irreversible environmental damage.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 35:00 →
OpposedKarol SchulteisMay 20, 2026

Expressed opposition to data centers and asked for clarification on ballot questions and annexed property near Henderson.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 37:40 →
OpposedJasmine LazaroMay 20, 2026

Highlighted severe regional water shortages and massive water consumption by data centers in Southern Nevada.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 3:09:09 →
OpposedKathleen McGarrityMay 20, 2026

Noted thousands of petition signatures opposing data centers and questioned how the project can be justified amid drought conditions.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 43:48 →
OpposedFred VoltzMay 20, 2026

Urged rejection of the data center, noting lack of operator experience, power shortages, and unaddressed toxic chemical remediation from closed-loop cooling.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 47:00 →
OpposedFred DexterMay 20, 2026

Suggested using Eldorado Valley for clean solar energy rather than controversial data centers.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 50:18 →
OpposedAutumn McGrathMay 20, 2026

Criticized the city council for lacking transparency and warned that data centers threaten wildlife and small-town character.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 51:17 →
OpposedTommie LoveMay 20, 2026

Stated residents are asked to conserve water while corporations waste it, urging the commission to reject the data center.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 55:00 →
OpposedBrynn deLorimierMay 20, 2026

Noted 5,911 signatures on her petition opposing data centers and compared the issue to Boulder City's historic rejection of gambling.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 57:00 →
OpposedCherubael LaubMay 20, 2026

Praised bipartisan community opposition and urged the commission not to sell out the town's land and resources.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 59:00 →
OpposedVincent WahlMay 20, 2026

Expressed opposition to AI data centers, citing negative societal impacts, energy drain, and visual blight on scenic desert views.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:02:00 →
OpposedRose Ann Rabiola MieleMay 20, 2026

Characterized the issue as 'the many versus the money' and noted the decision ultimately goes to the city council.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:06:00 →
OpposedJennifer LeavittMay 20, 2026

Expressed opposition due to water shortages and chemical leaks from closed-loop systems.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:08:36 →
OpposedKendraMay 20, 2026

Expressed distrust of corporate assurances, citing personal childhood experiences with industrial pollution in Henderson.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:12:15 →
OpposedAmanda FarrarMay 20, 2026

Warned of the massive physical scale of the data center compared to retail stores and its liability for the city.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:14:36 →
OpposedGabriel CornejoMay 20, 2026

Urged the commission to listen to constituents rather than corporate interests, stating residents feel 'on the menu.'

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:18:18 →
OpposedThomas RameyMay 20, 2026

Asked the commission not to approve data centers.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:20:40 →
OpposedBettice TorresMay 20, 2026

Criticized officials for not listening to citizens and urged rejection of the data center.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:21:10 →
ConcernedTerry AdamackMay 20, 2026

Noted the packet only contained an approval resolution and questioned the need for a large water line if fire foam is used.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:23:30 →
SupportiveNick AriottiMay 20, 2026

Spoke in support of the project as a long-time surveyor, praising the applicant's transparency and use of closed-loop non-potable water.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:24:43 →
ConcernedJim SwannMay 20, 2026

Expressed concern about electrical grid failures and blackouts based on his experience on the Gulf Coast.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:28:00 →
SupportiveTodd SanfordMay 20, 2026

Spoke in support of technological evolution and economic benefits, stating the facility will be located away from residents.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:29:14 →
SupportiveJosh WoodsMay 20, 2026

Representing IBEW Local 357, spoke in support of the project for providing livable-wage jobs and benefits.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:32:19 →
OpposedMary VenableMay 20, 2026

Expressed opposition, questioning statements about closed-loop cooling, toxic refrigerants, and power market competition.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:33:31 →
OpposedBrandon SmithMay 20, 2026

Urged the commission to hit the pause button on the 90-year lease project and let residents' voices be heard.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:37:12 →
ConcernedBarbie O'QuinnMay 20, 2026

Asked that companies bear full environmental and infrastructure costs and protect regional water standards.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:40:30 →
OpposedNeal SiniakinMay 20, 2026

Strongly opposed the project, arguing it is incompatible with the master plan and not similar to solar uses.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:43:00 →
OpposedKaren NewcomberMay 20, 2026

Asked the commission not to approve the project, stating it benefits few and harms many.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:45:20 →
OpposedSavannah BeckMay 20, 2026

Expressed opposition, citing ecosystem, public health, water, noise, and lighting concerns.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:46:42 →
NeutralShawna RuddMay 20, 2026

Apologized for earlier shaming remarks and thanked the commission for listening.

Planning Commission (Regular) - May 20, 2026 · 1:48:20 →