Concerned parents, educators, community leaders, and citizens will hold a press conference on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 3:30 PM near Saddle View Elementary School to raise awareness and voice strong opposition to the proposed hyperscale AI data center known as Project Tango.
“This is about protecting our schools, the children who learn in them, and their families and neighborhoods,” said Gordan Longhofer, President of the Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association. “We must ensure that decisions on facilities of this type prioritize the health, safety, and educational environment of our students above all else.”
The event will bring together stakeholders to highlight serious concerns about the project’s potential negative impacts on student learning, neighborhood safety, environmental quality, and overall community well-being.
Organizers aim to inform the public, engage media attention, and urge local decision-makers to reject Project Tango due to its scope and location near schools, the students who learn in them, and their neighborhoods.
“We simply do not know enough about Project Tango’s potential negative impacts to approve its construction at this time!” said Longhofer.
Members of the media are encouraged to attend. We will be available for questions immediately following the press conference.
Event Details
- What: Press Conference Opposing Project Tango
- When: Monday, April 6, 2026 | 3:30 PM
- Where: Near Saddle View Elementary School – Canefield Trace, Loxahatchee 33470
- Who: Parents, educators, community members, local advocates, and concerned residents
Key Concerns to Be Addressed
Speakers at the press conference will outline the following issues:
- Impact on Student Learning: Increased noise, traffic, and environmental disruption near schools and communities
- Health Risks: Potential exposure to pollutants, emissions, and other environmental hazards
- Safety Hazards: Increased congestion and risks to pedestrian and student safety
- Community Disruption: Negative effects on neighborhood character, property values, and quality of life
- Insufficient Transparency: Concerns regarding the planning process and lack of meaningful community input
Contact Information
For more information or to schedule interviews, please contact: Gordan Longhofer, President Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association Phone: 561-683-4623 Email: gordan.longhofer@floridaea.org
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