Mesa Activists Challenge NTT's Data Center Plans Amid City Council Discontent
Opposition mounts against NTT's proposed 173-acre data center in Mesa, AZ, as community activists express unresolved concerns. The activists demand a more responsive city council amid allegations of biased treatment and limited public engagement.
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Community activists in Mesa, AZ, are opposing a 173-acre data center proposal by Japanese firm NTT, citing concerns over water usage, job growth, and wildlife impact. NTT acquired the site for $300 million in March and seeks modifications to city allowances.
Tensions escalated during a January city council meeting, leading to an arrest and subsequent changes to meeting rules, including a ban on signs and a dress code. Activists claim unequal speaking time and assert that public agendas no longer feature the data center project. The next city council meeting is scheduled for August 17.
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