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San Marcos City Council bans data centers — against mayor’s wishes
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Stephanie Koithan , as published by San Antonio Current
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The city of San Marcos is located along the I-35 corridor, a region that has seen significant interest in data center development.
A recent decision by the San Marcos City Council has prohibited data centers within the city limits. This move was made despite the mayor's opposition. The city of San Marcos is located along the I-35 corridor, a region that has seen significant interest in data center development.
This area between San Antonio and Austin is experiencing a surge in data center activity. Further details on the San Marcos City Council's decision can be found through local news sources, including reports from Austin TV station KXAN.
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Category: government Published: June 18, 2026 Source: San Antonio Current Reading time: 1 min
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