Bessemer Votes Out Data Center Push | Huntsville News

Bessemer’s mayoral race heads to a runoff as incumbent Kenneth Gulley battles Louise Alexander, whose campaign surged on voter backlash against the controversial $14.5 billion Project Marvel data center — a development that promises 350 jobs but has sparked fears over water, power, and quality of life. The election also reshaped the city council, with three pro-data-center members ousted or headed to runoff, and the school board saw major turnover amid ongoing state intervention. Voters clearly want a new direction — demanding transparency, accountability, and community input in how big projects are handled.

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