Little Rock City Board Rejects Moratorium on Data Centers Amid Public Opposition
The Little Rock City Board voted against an 18-month moratorium on data center development, despite significant public opposition. The proposal, led by Director Kathy Webb, aimed to pause data center projects to address concerns about environmental impact and transparency. The vote ended in a 4-4 tie, failing to pass the moratorium. Public speakers expressed concerns about the proposed Google data center's demands on local resources and the lack of transparency in its development.