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Land gifted for $10 as a park sold for $10 million after three decades
Published 27 June 2026 ยท us
A Texas city sold 87 acres donated in 1999 for a $10 public park to a data center developer for $10 million. Residents, led by
A Texas city sold 87 acres donated in 1999 for a $10 public park to a data center developer for $10 million. Residents, led by Pamela Griffin, are suing to honour the original deed, while Taylor officials say existing zoning permits the data center without resident approval. The project promises $30 million in tax revenue but raises concerns over noise, water use and property values.
Published: June 27, 2026 โข 3:26 PM IST ยท Updated: June 28, 2026 โข 6:02 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
A Texas city sold 87 acres donated in 1999 for a $10 public park to a data center developer for $10 million.
Residents, led by Pamela Griffin, are suing to honour the original deed, while Taylor officials say existing zoning permits the data center without resident approval.
The project promises $30 million in tax revenue but raises concerns over noise, water use and property values.