Center Point council approves first reading of temporary moratorium on data center development

Oct 13, 2026

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 518 on Oct. 13, 2026, establishing a temporary moratorium on data center development and related land-use approvals. The motion passed unanimously on a roll-call vote.

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The Center Point City Council on Oct. 13 approved the first reading of Ordinance 518, a temporary moratorium on data center development and related land-use and development approvals. The motion to approve the first reading was made by Council Member John Stuelke and seconded by Council Member Melissa McLaughlin; the clerk recorded aye votes from LeClere, Thomas, Schnell, Stuelke and McLaughlin.

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