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No Data Center Citrus (NDC)
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Florida Data Centers Opposition Movement | Citrus County, FLWelcome to the official media hub for No Data Center Citrus (NDC) — a grassroots community organization focused on public awareness, land-use transparency, and community engagement regarding proposed industrial rezoning and hyperscale data center development in Citrus County, Florida.Journalists can use this page as a central resource for:Background informationPress-ready quotesEvent detailsDownloadable imagesContact information
PRESS SUMMARY
No Data Center Citrus is a community-led organization formed in response to growing concerns about industrial rezoning proposals and hyperscale data center development tied to artificial intelligence infrastructure expansion.The movement reports more than 6,000 supporters engaged through petitions, outreach events, public forums, and community organizing efforts across Citrus County.Residents cite concerns regarding:Energy grid demandWater usage and environmental impactIndustrial zoning of rural landNoise, traffic, and infrastructure strainLong-term community planning and transparency
FEATURED STORY ANGLEFlorida Data Centers Opposition Grows in Citrus CountyCitrus County has become one of the most active local regions in Florida’s emerging debate over hyperscale AI infrastructure development.A major public forum — the Unite Citrus Public Forum (May 23) — is expected to bring together residents, organizers, and statewide political candidates to discuss data center expansion, zoning policy, infrastructure planning, and environmental impacts.Event page:
https://nodatacentercitrus.org/unite-citrus-public-forum/
KEY FACTS FOR JOURNALISTSOver 6,000 supporters engaged across Citrus CountyActive outreach at local markets and public venuesStreet rallies and public education campaignsGrowing statewide attention on Florida data center developmentMay 23 public forum expected to include statewide political candidatesFocus on industrial rezoning and hyperscale infrastructure impacts
DOWNLOADABLE MEDIA (USE IN ARTICLES)
IMAGE 1 — Community Outreach TableCaption:
Volunteers with No Data Center Citrus speak with residents at local outreach events across Citrus County.IMAGE 2 — Street
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Residents gather during a public rally opposing industrial rezoning and hyperscale data center development in Citrus County.IMAGE 3 — Community MeetingCaption:
Local residents attend a public discussion on land use, zoning, and infrastructure impacts tied to proposed data center development.
IMAGE 4 — Citrus County LandscapeCaption:
Rural Citrus County landscapes are central to community concerns about industrial expansion and land-use change. [Download image pack (ZIP)]
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ORGANIZER QUOTES (FOR PRESS USE)
Jason King — Floral City (Organizer)“People in Citrus County are not opposed to progress, but they are asking for transparency and balance. These projects reshape communities for generations, and residents deserve a real voice before decisions are made.”
Del Wray — Citrus Springs (Community Outreach Coordinator)“We are seeing people from all walks of life getting involved because they understand what is at stake. This is about protecting our water, our land, and the future of rural Citrus County.”
Cheryl Curtis — Beverly Hills (Public Engagement Lead)“Once residents understand what hyperscale data centers require in terms of energy and land use, they start questioning why this level of industrial development is being proposed here.”
ABOUT THE MOVEMENT
No Data Center Citrus (NDC) is a volunteer-driven grassroots organization based in Citrus County, Florida.The organization focuses on:Public education and outreachCommunity engagement on zoning issuesTransparency in land-use planningCivic participation in local government decisionsWebsite: https://nodatacentercitrus.org
FEATURE EVENTUnite Citrus Public Forum May 23, 2026
Citrus County, FloridaA major public event addressing:Industrial rezoning proposalsHyperscale data center developmentEnergy and water infrastructure impactsEnvironmental and land-use planningExpected participation includes statewide political candidates for Governor and Florida Chief Financial Officer.Event details:
https://nodatacentercitrus.org/unite-citrus-public-forum/
MEDIA CONTACTNo Data Center Citrus (NDC)
Website: https://nodatacentercitrus.org
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REQUESTED COVERAGE
Journalists are invited to cover:Local resident organizing effortsMay 23 public forumFlorida data center development trendsLand-use and zoning policy impactsEnvironmental and infrastructure concerns.