Our town of Colorado City, Texas, has faced water infrastructure challenges for years due to chronic mismanagement. The situation has reached a point where the very basic human right to water is under severe threat. Inmates at the local prison have already suffered due to water shortages, with their needs going unmet for prolonged periods. This dire situation is not just an issue for the prison but affects every citizen in our community.

Despite this ongoing crisis, plans are moving forward to open a new data center in Colorado City. This development poses a grave threat to our already struggling water system. Data centers are notorious for their substantial water usage, which will further deplete our precious resources, leaving the town, the lake that sustains us, and the prison with dangerously low or no water supply.

Data centers require a significant amount of water to cool their servers. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, data centers consume a considerable amount of water, with some using millions of gallons annually. With our current water system's precarious state, allowing a facility with such high water demands to open is not just irresponsible but potentially catastrophic for our community.

It is imperative that we call on the local government and relevant authorities to prioritize the needs of Colorado City residents, the natural environment, and ensure humane conditions for inmates. The opening of this data center would exacerbate our water crisis and negatively impact every single person living here. Instead, our focus should be on repairing our water infrastructure and exploring alternative, sustainable solutions for economic growth that do not jeopardize residents’ welfare or our environment.

We urge you to join us in this fight against the opening of the data center. By signing this petition, you are advocating for the protection of our community's water resources and the well-being of all Colorado City residents. Let’s work together to preserve the integrity of our town and ensure a safe, sustainable future for everyone. Sign this petition to stop the data center from opening in Colorado City.