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Tucson Orders Halt to Water Use for Controversial Project Blue Data Center The City of Tucson revokes water access for Project Blue after unauthorized use, demanding restitution and reaffirming its opposition to the data center development. The City of Tucson has taken a firm stance against the controversial Project Blue data center development, issuing a formal order to halt the use of its water supply for the project. According to city officials, an investigation revealed that water was being hauled from Tucson’s municipal system to the proposed data center site near South Houghton Road, primarily for dust control during construction. The city’s letter to developers, dated April 24, confirmed that Tucson Water revoked a construction water meter held by contractor Ames Construction after discovering the unauthorized use.This action follows the mayor and council’s unanimous decision to reject any involvement with Project Blue, emphasizing that the city will not provide any resources, including water, for the project’s construction or operation. The city’s position underscores its commitment to protecting local water resources and adhering to its policy of non-support for the development.In addition to revoking the water meter, the city is demanding restitution from Project Blue’s developers. Officials have requested that the developers transfer 2 acre-feet of water credits to Tucson Water at no cost to compensate for the water already used. This move highlights the city’s determination to enforce its policies and hold developers accountable for unauthorized water usage.The Project Blue data center has been a contentious issue in Tucson, with opponents citing concerns over water sustainability, environmental impact, and the city’s long-term water supply. The city’s latest actions signal a strong message to developers that Tucson will not tolerate any attempts to bypass its regulations or exploit its resources for projects that do not align with its priorities