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Skybox Datacenters is proposing a hyperscale data center on city-owned land northeast of San Angelo, TX, utilizing renewable energy from the nearby AEP Red Creek Substation. While the project promises significant economic benefits, including potential annual franchise fees of $27 million, community concerns regarding water usage, noise pollution, and transparency have emerged. Local leaders are pushing for swift approval, anticipating a surge in data center demand driven by Texas Senate Bill 6.