About this event
Join Mat-Su United for Progress for our upcoming Community Gathering & Potluck featuring a presentation and discussion on data centers, including specific concerns and considerations regarding the proposed facility near Houston, Alaska.
Event Details
- When: Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM
- Where: The Annex, 241 S Alaska St, Palmer, AK 99645
- Zoom Option available when you RSVP
- Featured Speakers: Brittany Fintel & Caroline Arnold (MatSu Regional Leaders for Alaskans for Data Center Accountability Campsign)
What We’ll Cover
- Local Impacts: Overview of data center infrastructure, resource and energy considerations, and potential impacts on our local community.
- Proposed Houston Project: Details and key facts about the proposed data center development near Houston, Alaska.
- Community Q&A: Open discussion and Q&A to share thoughts, concerns, and ideas.
Potluck Information
This is a potluck-style event! Please feel free to bring a main dish, side, salad, or dessert to share with fellow community members if you’re able.
Please bring your own dinnerware to reduce waste. We will have backups if your forget.
You can bring an adult beverage to share.
Every event by MSUP is a Food Drive for the Palmer Fook Bank. Please bring something that we can drop off.
Sign Up to get Zoom Option
- RSVP: Please RSVP so we can ensure adequate seating and table space for everyone!