Marana Data Center Rezoning Fight

Marana’s January approval to rezone 600 acres for two Beale Infrastructure data center campuses has become a central issue in the town’s council and mayoral contests.

Opponents question community input, environmental safeguards, utility costs, and developer guarantees, while supporters emphasize jobs, tax revenue, and the town’s existing rules. A pending Arizona Court of Appeals decision could determine whether voters get a referendum on the rezoning.