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Preparing for the July 15, 2026 Hearing
Logistics
- Location: BCC Chambers, 301 N. Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Time: 9:30 AM (arrive early to sign up for public comment)
- Parking: Banyan Garage (corner of Banyan Blvd & Olive Ave) or street metered parking
- What to bring: Photo ID, printed notes, water bottle
What to Expect
- Sign up for public comment on the speaker card at the clerk's desk before the item is called
- Each speaker typically gets 2-3 minutes — keep remarks focused
- The applicant presents first, then staff, then public comment
- Even if you don't speak, your attendance is counted and shows commissioners that the community cares
Staff Report Analysis
Key findings from the official county staff report, with questions for commissioners and advocacy talking points.
Read the analysis →Tips for Effective Testimony
- Be specific — cite particular concerns (noise, water, school proximity, property values) rather than general objections
- Be personal — share why you chose Arden and how this project affects your daily life
- Be brief — respect the time limit. Written materials can be submitted for the record
- Be respectful — commissioners respond better to calm, factual testimony
- Avoid repeating — if a previous speaker made your point, simply say "I agree with [name]" and add new points
Florida Bills to Watch
SB 484
Passed — Awaiting Governor’s SignatureLarge Load Customer Regulation
Sen. Bryan Avila (R)
Landmark bipartisan bill regulating large-load electricity customers (50+ MW). Passed Senate 37-0 and House 92-16. Prevents cost-shifting to residential ratepayers through PSC tariffs and bans foreign entity ownership.
- Large-load customer defined as 50+ MW demand
- PSC tariffs to prevent cost-shifting to homeowners
- Contributions in aid of construction required
- Foreign entity ownership prohibition
- Distinct water consumptive use permitting
- NDA ban on local government discussions
SB 1118
Dead — Session EndedPublic Records Exemption
Sen. Bryan Avila (R)
Would exempt data center developer plans from public records for 12 months and grant indefinite confidentiality to 'proprietary business information.' Contradicts transparency efforts.
- 12-month confidentiality for company plans and intentions
- Indefinite exemption for proprietary business information
- 5-year sunset clause (expires October 2031)
- Conflicts with HB 1517 transparency requirements
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Contact Your Commissioner
Elected in 2020 and reelected in 2024. Former Palm Beach Gardens City Council member and two-term mayor. Chairs the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council and Homeless Advisory Board. 30-year LPGA member and former broker/owner of Marino Realty Group.
Elected in 2018, reelected in 2022. Retired tech executive from California who sailed around the world before settling in West Palm Beach. Focuses on broadband access, AI governance, water resources, and combating hate crimes. Chairs the Water Resources Task Force.
Elected in 2024. Decorated Army combat veteran who served in Afghanistan. Former Mayor of Greenacres (2017–2024). Holds an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University. Serves on the Criminal Justice Commission and Transportation Planning Agency.
Elected in 2022. 20-year Boca Raton resident representing 13 municipalities. Focuses on housing accessibility, transportation, and workforce development. Chairs the Solid Waste Authority and serves on the Palm Beach MPO Executive Committee and TriRail board.
Reelected in 2024. Former Florida State Senator (2010–2016) and State Representative (2006–2010). Attorney with a JD from University of Miami Law School. Former Assistant State Attorney under Janet Reno. Founded Women for Excellence professional organization.
Mayor, District 6Your District
Term ends 11/2026
The Acreage, Loxahatchee, Arden, Royal Palm Beach, Belle Glade
Elected in 2022. Current Mayor of Palm Beach County. Born at Good Samaritan Hospital, lives in The Acreage with her family. Small business owner of Foreign Auto Specialists. Focuses on reducing regulatory barriers, strengthening law enforcement, and improving western county roads.
Elected in 2024. Represents the Glades and northern coastal communities of Palm Beach County.
What to Say
- Introduce yourself — state your name, address, and that you live near the proposed site.
- Be specific — mention particular concerns like noise, water usage, property values, or proximity to schools.
- Share your story — explain why you chose to live in Arden and what this project would mean for your family.
- Make your ask — request that they vote NO on the Project Tango application at the July 15, 2026 hearing.
- Be respectful — a professional tone is always more effective than hostility.
Contact Your State & Federal Representatives
FL Senate · SD-31Your District
Health IT consultant. Served in FL House 2000–2018, Senate 2018–present. University of Florida graduate. Chairs Higher Education Appropriations subcommittee.
Voting Record
- SB 484 — Passed Senate 37-0
- —SB 1118 — Rules Committee voted 16-8; never reached floor
FL House · HD-94Your District
Development Director from Palm Beach Gardens. First elected 2024. Sponsors Town of Loxahatchee Groves bill.
Voting Record
- SB 484 — Passed House 92-16
- —HB 1007 — Reviewed in State Affairs
What to Say
- Mention your district — include your name, address, and district number so they know you’re a constituent.
- Reference specific bills — cite SB 484 or other relevant legislation to show you’re informed.
- Share your personal story — explain why you chose Arden and how this project affects your family.
- Request a response — ask for a written reply or an in-person meeting to discuss your concerns.
- Be respectful — a professional tone is always more effective than hostility.
Contact the School Board
Matthew Jay Lane, Esq.
Vice Chair, District 1
Term ends 11/2028
Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, North County
Elected in 2024. Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Emory University and Northwestern University School of Law. Former law clerk to the Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Past Council Member of Palm Beach Gardens and board member of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach County.
Virginia Savietto
District 2
Term ends 11/2028
West Palm Beach, Central County
Elected in 2024. Represents central Palm Beach County communities including West Palm Beach.
Karen Brill
Chair, District 3
Term ends 11/2026
Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, West Central County
Elected in 2018, reelected in 2022. Current Board Chair. Long-time community advocate for public education in Palm Beach County.
Erica Whitfield
District 4
Term ends 11/2026
Boca Raton, South County
Elected in 2022. Represents southern Palm Beach County communities including Boca Raton.
Gloria Branch
District 5
Term ends 11/2028
Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Coastal South County
Elected in 2024. Forty-year Boca Raton resident with a 30-year career in banking and business development. Former substitute teacher in Palm Beach County public schools.
Marcia Andrews
District 6Saddle View District
Term ends 11/2026
The Acreage, Loxahatchee, Arden, Belle Glade, Western County
Elected in 2014, reelected in 2018 and 2022. Represents western Palm Beach County including the communities surrounding Saddle View Elementary and the proposed data center site.
Edwin Ferguson, Esq.
District 7
Term ends 11/2026
Riviera Beach, Belle Glade, Pahokee, Glades
Elected in 2022. Attorney representing the Glades and northern coastal communities of Palm Beach County.
Why Contact the School Board?
Saddle View Elementary opened in August 2025 — just 1,500 feet from the proposed data center site. Over 600 children attend this brand-new school daily. While the County Commission controls zoning, the School Board can take an official stance opposing the development and advocate for children's health and safety during the review process. An official resolution from the School Board sends a powerful message to the County Commission.
Key Dates
July 15, 2026 — County Commission Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will hear the Project Tango application. Community attendance and public comment are critical. Plan to attend and prepare a brief statement.