Project Taurus Public Hearing Info

9 am | September 17th

Pikes Peak Center for Performing Arts (190 S. Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903)

Open to the public.

Public Hearing Agenda

• Call to Order and Roll Call

• Public Hearing:

  • City Planning Department Presents

  • Appellants present

  • Raeden presents

  • Public comment

    • (maximum of 120 speakers, 2 minutes per speaker)

  • Appellant Rebuttal

  • Applicant Rebuttal

  • City Council deliberation

  • Vote to accept or deny appeals.

Public Comment Formula

Name, Location, and Stance

Say your name and where you live (in COS, which district, which neighborhood, etc). Then clearly state your stance as opposition to Project Taurus.

Share References to City Code Violations or Glaring Issues

City Council’s decision is ultimately based on if this project fits within City Code and if it was rightfully approved or not.

Tie-in Relevant Personal Details

A touch of personal flair can add color and sway the City Council whether they want to remain purely objective or not.

Don’t know what to say? We’ve got you covered!

We have a spreadsheet of 70+ talking points and fully written comments for you to use!

All talking points relate to city code and the appeals. Use the spreadsheet to pick a comment or to use as inspiration for your own.

See here!

Please keep in mind that Public Comment is only 2 minutes long per speaker. After drafting your comment, time yourself speaking it in order to ensure you fit within the time limit.

Focus on presenting one point well! With 120 speakers at the event, a wide breadth of topics will be covered. Use your limited time to cover one point in greater depth.

FAQ

How long will this hearing be?

Unknown.It’s hard to determine how much allotted time each side will use and how long City Council will deliberate. However, the last public hearing was 9 a.m.- 11:40 pm.

What time will public comment occur?

There is no set time for public comment. It solely depends on how fast presenters and questions go.

Can I bring a sign?

Yes, but it must not block the view of others. Do not affix the sign to anything such as a stick or pole (handheld signs only).

Can I bring food?

No outside food is permitted in the venue. The concession stand will be open and there will be a lunch break where you’ll be able to leave and come back.

Can I bring documents for my comment?

Yes, but you must email a copy in advance to City Council. Access to the stage is not logistically easy so a handoff of materials is difficult. You may bring and offer a paper copy and mention a copy was sent electronically in advance.

Do I have to stay for the whole hearing?

You do not need to stay for the entire hearing. Community members are welcome to attend and show opposition to Project Taurus for as long as they are able or even to stop by after work. However, if you are not present during public comment you will be skipped and your spot will go to another person on the waiting list.

What happens if the appeals are denied?

If the appeals are denied again there is no further appeal process. Raeden would be able to start building Project Taurus. No matter how this hearing goes, we still have power to protect our community from harmful data centers!

Data Center Moratorium Ballot Measure

A ballot measure has been submitted to the city for a moratorium on data centers! We need help getting enough signatures of support in time.

Sign up for Circulator Training (Signature Gathering) here!

What we need to get the measure on the ballot:

• Done:

  • Iteration of the ballot measure with the City of COS.

• Needs help:

  • 35,000 signatures from registered voters across the city.

  • Volunteers to get these signatures by the 12/7 deadline.

  • Voting yes to the ballot measure in the April 2027 election.