Calistoga Fairgrounds Data Center Debate | San Jose News

San Jose News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 29, 2026 · 1m

Calistoga’s fairgrounds are facing a bold but controversial proposal: a data center with a helipad and massive parking garage, touted as a financial lifeline funded by private investors. While the eVTOL future remains uncertain, the data center plan has sparked fierce local opposition. Residents fear environmental harm, resource strain, and the loss of community space, rejecting the tech-heavy vision. Despite Global Stack’s claims of eco-friendly, modular designs, locals demand a true master plan that prioritizes community over corporate profit. The fairgrounds committee listened — and the…