Elon Musk's Starbase city in Texas on brink of becoming official
Summary
A region in Texas, mainly inhabited by SpaceX employees, is potentially becoming an official city called 'Starbase'. Residents are voting on its incorporation, which some oppose due to environmental concerns. If ratified, Starbase's local officials could control access to nearby areas during SpaceX events.Key Facts
- The area known as Boca Chica Village is considering becoming a city called 'Starbase'.
- Most of the 283 residents eligible to vote are SpaceX employees.
- If Starbase becomes official, it will create a local government with a mayor and two commissioners.
- SpaceX started buying land in this area in 2012 and has since built facilities and housing for employees.
- If approved, the first mayor will be Bobby Peden, a SpaceX vice-president.
- As a Type C city in Texas, Starbase can levy a property tax up to 1.5%.
- A bill is under consideration in Texas that could let Starbase officials close access to nearby areas during SpaceX operations.
- SpaceX's impact on the environment has attracted criticism, and in 2024, the company was fined over waste water dumping.
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