Starbase Watch · November 3, 2026
Resolution 2026-141 would approve growing the plant from 7.5 to 10 million gallons a day as a Qualifying Project for funding. City papers say SpaceX "will require additional water capacity." On Wednesday, the final vote on the 90-day data center pause is on the consent agenda.
Draft Resolution 2026-141. Record: City of Brownsville
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Brackish plant from 7.5 to 10 million gallons a day. Source: City of Brownsville.
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Part of 893 acres in SpaceX's September deed. Source: City of Starbase notice.
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Plus a closed-door "Project Fortress" item. Source: City of Brownsville agenda.
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