Residents press Harlingen commission for transparency as data‑center plans surface

Sep 3, 2026

Multiple residents told the commission they were not adequately consulted about a proposed FluidStack data center in the extraterritorial jurisdiction and urged the city to hold a town hall and release environmental analyses before approvals.

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Dozens of Harlingen residents used the citizen‑communication period to press elected officials about a proposed FluidStack data center and the city's handling of related drainage approvals. Public speakers accused the commission and staff of limited disclosure and urged public hearings and detailed environmental analysis before any agreements or rate adjustments are approved.

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