Residents of Monterey Park, California, voted on June 3, 2026, to implement a permanent ban on datacenters, marking the first instance in the United States where a city has enacted such a ban through a ballot initiative. Early results show significant support for the prohibition, distinguishing it from other cities and counties that have only enacted temporary or indefinite moratoriums.
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Monterey Park, California Votes to Ban Datacenters
Monterey Park, California, has become the first city in the U.S. to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters, with early results indicating strong support for the measure. This decision is notable as it was made through a ballot initiative, unlike other local governments that have only implemented temporary moratoriums.
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Monterey Park, California Votes to Ban Datacenters
