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Granbury residents seek to recall mayor, 4 council members over data center concerns
By Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela | KERA at Fort Worth Report
· July 16, 2026
· 3 min read
A group of Granbury residents filed recall petitions against Mayor Jim Jarratt and four city council members this week, marking the latest chapter in a months-long dispute over the proposed Project Patriot data center and the city's handling of the project. The petitions, filed Monday at Granbury Ci
Key takeaway The petitions, filed Monday at Granbury City Hall, seek the removal of Jarratt and council members Skip Overdier, Bruce Wadley, Zeb Ullom and Greg Corrigan.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The recall effort in Granbury has significant implications for the broader North Texas region, particularly in Tarrant County where similar large-scale development projects are being proposed. As the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex continues to grow, cities like Fort Worth and Granbury must balance economic development with transparency and community engagement. The concerns raised by Granbury residents about environmental impacts, infrastructure demands, and public communication are likely to resonate with residents in neighboring cities who may be facing similar issues. The outcome of this recall effort will be closely watched by local governments and residents across the region, as it may set a precedent for how cities respond to community concerns about large-scale development projects. Furthermore, the allegations of "walking quorum" violations and procedural issues surrounding the Knox Ranch annexation highlight the need for local governments to ensure compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and maintain transparency in their decision-making processes.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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What is this story about? A group of Granbury residents filed recall petitions against Mayor Jim Jarratt and four city council members this week, marking the latest chapter in a months-long dispute over the proposed Project Patriot data center and the city's handling of the project. The petitions, filed Monday at Granbury Ci
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