City Council Regular | 7/21/2026 4:00 PM

The City Council of Henderson held a regular meeting on July 21, 2026, which included extensive discussions on a proposed moratorium on data center developments. Staff presented the option to require future data center projects to undergo a negotiated development agreement process, allowing for detailed scrutiny of impacts such as energy use, water consumption, noise, and environmental effects. The council heard numerous public comments overwhelmingly supporting a moratorium extension from 180 days to a full year to allow thorough research and community input. The council expressed support for using development agreements as a flexible and enforceable tool to regulate potential data center projects, with staff directed to pursue related code amendments. Additionally, the council approved a three-year labor agreement with the International Association of Firefighters Local 1883, including wage adjustments and new benefits. Other agenda items included land use amendments, property sales, and annual department updates. Motions related to procurement included the approval of a property marketing agreement and land sale resolution for a 3.77-acre site in West Henderson. The meeting concluded with public comments and scheduling of the next meeting.