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Lacy Lakeview city officials are considering a special-purpose district to involve neighboring communities in the planning of a proposed $10 billion data center, aimed at addressing resident concerns about setbacks, noise, and light pollution. The district would function as a taxing authority to fund necessary infrastructure, but significant opposition from rural residents, particularly in Ross, has emerged. City Manager Calvin Hodde emphasized the goal of fostering community input, though some locals view the proposal as a reaction to their pushback rather than a genuine collaborative effort.