Three data center projects are in motion within a 3-mile radius in the greater San Marcos area. After months of discussion, San Marcos City Council revisited the topic at its June 3 meeting, where residents voiced concerns about growth, infrastructure and transparency.
The first proposal to surface—commonly referred to as the 'Maberry' data center—is located at 904 Francis Harris Lane. A public hearing was held at the meeting, with a vote anticipated July 1. The project was previously denied by the Planning and Zoning Commission on March 25.
The second proposal, managed by CloudBurst, was discussed at the May 20 Hays County Commissioners Court meeting and is planned for a 96-acre site at 2955 Francis Harris Lane, under county jurisdiction.
The most recent proposal comes from Sabey Data Centers, which is proposing a data center and more across the street from the 'Maberry' data center. Council appointed Mayor Jane Hughson and council members Amanda Rodriguez and Lorenzo Gonzales to begin negotiating a development agreement with Carson Select Investments LP and Sabey—Sabey’s first formal step toward a local facility. Entering negotiations does not guarantee approval.
