Project Eagle Annexation and Rezone
Summary
The city is considering annexing land west of Litchfield Road and Olive Avenue for a massive 1.1 million square foot data center and natural gas power plant. While staff highlighted millions in net fiscal benefits, council members raised questions about air quality, noise contours near Luke Air Force Base, and water usage.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 12
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 22, 2026, up from 1 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Estimated annual net revenue benefit of $14.4 million with $35.8 million in one-time fees.
The city budget will receive substantial new revenue, and regional tech infrastructure will expand.
Nearby residents may face increased industrial activity, noise, and air emissions from the power generation turbines.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Glendale City Council approves Project Eagle data center, natural gas power facility
Glendale City Council approves Project Eagle data center, natural gas power facility ABC15 Arizona
City Council Upcoming Agenda Items — October 23, 2026
Several major industrial and commercial annexation and zoning proposals, including Formation 303 and Project Eagle, are moving through review.
Historic Preservation Commission — September 24, 2026
A massive 160-acre development featuring a data center campus and a 700-megawatt natural gas power plant is moving forward despite intense pushback from local residents worried about noise, air pollution, water use, and safety near Luke Air Force Base.
City Council (Regular) — September 22, 2026
Residents from neighboring areas voiced strong opposition to a proposed 160-acre heavy industrial annexation and data center campus, citing concerns over noise, safety, air quality, and compatibility with Luke Air Force Base. City officials and representatives noted the site is already zoned industrial and that safety and environmental stipulations are being handled through regulatory agencies.
Amended City Council Workshop — August 25, 2026
The city is considering annexing land west of Litchfield Road and Olive Avenue for a massive 1.1 million square foot data center and natural gas power plant. While staff highlighted millions in net fiscal benefits, council members raised questions about air quality, noise contours near Luke Air Force Base, and water usage.
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