California city moves to ban new data centers, saying 'a handful of jobs' is not enough

California city moves to ban new data centers, saying 'a handful of jobs' is not enough

A citywide prohibition on new data centers is now on the table in Brentwood, California, where officials are debating how far to go in a widening regional dispute over the industry. For residents concerned about water use, noise, land use, and community benefits, the proposal would prioritize local needs. What happened? At the center of the proposal is a ban on any new data center in Brentwood, an idea councilmembers Faye Maloney and Jovita Mend…