Judge Denies Imperial's Emergency Request, Allowing County Board Vote on Data Center Merger
The Superior Court of California, Imperial County, has denied an ex parte application filed by the city of Imperial. The application sought to prevent the Imperial County Board of Supervisors from voting on a lot merger for a proposed AI data center. The city argued that the vote would violate county ordinances, as the Planning Commission had not made a recommendation on the merger. Judge Anderholt ruled that the Board of Supervisors has a constitutional right to hold hearings and vote, even if it potentially violates local codes. The court emphasized that any legal challenges should occur after the board's actions, not before. The board meeting is scheduled for April 7, where the vote will proceed as planned. 
