A proposed data center facility will transform a long-vacant commercial property at 1977 Saturn Street. The 15.8-acre site has remained largely unused since 2016, and this project represents a significant investment to bring the property back into productive use while creating lasting community benefits for Monterey Park.
The Saturn Park area was specifically designated by the City for innovation and technology uses, making this site an ideal match for a data center. The property's unique characteristics support this investment, including its existing industrial zoning, proximity to utility infrastructure, and location within an area the City has identified for economic development. The site is set back from residential areas with natural separation provided by elevation changes and landscaping, allowing for responsible development.
Data centers are the physical infrastructure that power our digital lives. Video calls, online bank transactions, medical records, navigation apps, and emergency communication systems rely on data centers to function securely and reliably. These facilities store and process information for businesses, hospitals, schools, and the essential services communities depend on daily. They are not new technology—data centers have existed for decades as the backbone of the internet and cloud services we use every day.
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247,480
square-foot facility
26
on-site employees
200+
employees hired
during construction
24
hour a day site operation
2
year construction timeline
Project Overview
247,480
square-foot facility
26
on-site employees
200+
employees hired
during construction
24
hour a day site operation
2
year construction timeline
Project has undergone extensive environmental and zoning review over a two-year period and has committed to pursuing an Environmental Impact Review (EIR)
To date, the project has produced 14 expert technical reports and provided detailed responses during the public comments period. An initial Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) analysis concluded the project meets stringent regulatory thresholds required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
A major, stable source of revenue, this project will transform the current underutilized site into a thoughtful and well-maintained community asset
Designed by Gensler, the project is expected to generate 200-300 jobs during construction, high-quality jobs during operation, as well as $5-$7M in recurring annual revenue, close to 10% of the City’s annual operating budget. In addition to a new public park funded entirely by the project, the revenue would be a reliable funding source that can support public safety, parks and recreation, street maintenance, youth programs, and other community priorities without increasing demand on schools, housing, or city services.
No pass-through costs or increases to electricity rates for Monterey Park residents
This project will have a dedicated energy distribution system entirely funded by the applicant. Southern California Edison has concluded that the project would use less than 1% of SCE’s projected demand.
Water-efficient system through advanced closed-loop cooling technology
The facility will use a state-of-the-art, closed-loop cooling system. This means that once the cooling pipes are filled at startup, the same water gets recycled through the system in a continuous closed loop. Daily maintenance for operational aspects, such as plumbing fixtures and restrooms, is expected to equal use of a few average households.
Emergency backup generators meet the strictest federal and state emissions standards
Tier 4 diesel generators are one of the most environmentally advanced options available for commercial use, regularly used by hospitals in emergencies. Their use will be strictly regulated and monitored by South Coast Air Quality Management District.
The project will not exceed typical neighborhood noise
Noise monitoring study analyzing the data center found that levels will be less than the existing ambient noise levels in the surrounding community. Projected noise levels are similar to a typical commercial area.
