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Palm Beach County School Board calls for halt to Project Tango ahead of July vote
By Michael Hoffman at WPTV
· June 4, 2026
· 1 min read
The Palm Beach County School Board is speaking out for the first time on Project Tango — the proposed hyperscale AI data center that could be built next to Arden and Saddle View Elementary School.
Why this matters in The Palm Beach
The School Board's call to halt Project Tango raises concerns about the potential impact on local students and schools. With Arden and Saddle View Elementary School in close proximity to the proposed site, the board's decision reflects the need to prioritize the health, safety, and education of Palm Beach County's children. The area's history of flooding and hurricane risks also underscores the importance of carefully evaluating the environmental implications of such a large-scale project. As the School Board prepares for its July vote, residents in surrounding communities, from Boca Raton to Jupiter, will be watching closely to see how this decision affects not only the schools but also the broader community. The board's stance on Project Tango may set a precedent for how the county approaches future development projects, particularly those that involve sensitive environmental and educational considerations.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 4, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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