AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWater Safety in Eldon: After repeat E. coli positives, Eldon began temporary chlorination and kept a mandatory boil order in place while officials work toward permanent disinfection upgrades. Data Centers & Water Use: A proposed $6 billion data center near Maryville would use reclaimed wastewater, but new details show higher-than-expected daily needs—raising questions about impacts on local water and the nearby 102. Statewide Waste Update: Missouri DNR approved construction of the Presidio Environmental Repository Facility, a new sanitary landfill in Pettis County near Sedalia, aimed at expanding disposal capacity. Public Transit Planning: Kansas City and North Kansas City are sharing latest findings on the NorthRail streetcar feasibility study at two open houses (June 11 and June 17). Wildlife Watch: Missouri’s armadillo sightings are rising, with milder winters and expanding habitat cited as key drivers. Outdoor & Community: The Springfield Botanical Gardens’ free 2026 Butterfly Festival (June 27) spotlights pollinators with hands-on activities and live animal experiences. Water Stewardship Push: Google announced new water stewardship commitments tied to data center growth, including a Texas fund and additional projects in Missouri.
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