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Keller leaders retain counsel, threaten action against Westlake over data center
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Allie Spillyards , as published by NBC DFW
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This move comes after a nearby town approved the center, which will be located on the border with Keller.
Keller city leaders have taken a step to address concerns about a data center. The city council made a unanimous decision to hire lawyers. This move comes after a nearby town approved the center, which will be located on the border with Keller.
A large group of people attended a recent meeting to express their opinions. The city's mayor spoke to the crowd, emphasizing the need to protect the community. Further action may be taken in the future, depending on the situation.
Details about the data center and the city's plans are available from local news sources, including NBC DFW.
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Category: government Published: August 12, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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