Commissioners hear heavy opposition to data centers as town‑level ban is proposed
Jul 7, 2026
Jul 7, 2026
A proposed Pahrump ordinance to ban data centers drew a packed public hearing July 7, with residents citing water use, noise, health, and long‑term decommissioning risks. Commissioners discussed gathering more technical evidence before taking final action.
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Commissioner Behn introduced an ordinance aimed at prohibiting data centers within the town of Pahrump, prompting a large public hearing that lasted more than two hours.
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