In this weekly wrap-up episode of the Know Leon County podcast, we cover the latest developments related to data center proposals, county actions, public records requests, and upcoming meetings — along with a timely discussion about winter storm risk in Texas.

Topics Covered in This Episode

501(c)(4) Update All paperwork for our 501(c)(4) organization has been completed and submitted. We are currently waiting on the IRS for next steps. Once finalized, we’ll be able to open a bank account and provide clear, transparent ways for people to donate. We’ll share details as soon as that process is complete.

Data Center Resolution At the most recent Commissioners Court meeting, a proposed resolution related to data centers, solar projects, and battery energy storage systems was introduced but tabled. We discuss what tabling means, why a revised resolution is expected to return, and why the specific language of that resolution will matter.

Public Information Act (PIA) Request We walk through a response letter received from the County Attorney regarding a Public Information Act request. We explain what the letter does say, what it does not say, and why references to “ongoing or prospective economic development negotiations” are significant — without speculation or accusation.

Tax Posts from County Officials We discuss recent Facebook posts by county officials related to tax rates and public votes. This segment focuses on transparency, public records, and why explaining difficult decisions builds more trust than disputing documented votes.

What’s Next We preview upcoming Commissioners Court meetings (weather-dependent) and share plans for future podcast episodes, including interviews with candidates running for Congress to discuss data centers and related policy issues.

Know Leon County focuses on sharing verified information, public records, and firsthand observations to help residents stay informed about local government actions and major projects affecting Leon County, Texas.

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