Coachella Residents Flood City Council Meeting Demanding Ban on Data Centers
Summary
Coachella residents pack city council chambers and overflow spaces on August 12, 2026, demanding passage of Ordinance No. 1231, a proposed ban on data centers, as community group Viva La Causa mobilizes over 50 additional attendees and widespread public opposition signals deep distrust of local leadership on the issue.
Key Points
- Coachella residents pack city council chambers and an overflow room on August 12, 2026, to voice strong support for Ordinance No. 1231, a proposed ban on data centers within the city.
- Local group Viva La Causa organizes an overflow space at the nearby library to accommodate more than 50 additional residents, with many participating via Zoom to deliver public comment against data centers.
- Community members express deep distrust of local leadership over the data center proposal, calling for the ban and further action as the council listens to widespread opposition from constituents.