Creation of Starbase, a new city in Texas around SpaceX

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Texas votes to create a new city called Starbase centered around Elon Musk's SpaceX, with the measure passing with broad support. The new city covers 1½ square miles at the southern tip of Texas and is expected to benefit SpaceX operations.

Key Points

  • Texas votes to turn part of south Texas into a new city centered around SpaceX
  • The new city of Starbase covers about 1½ square miles at the southern tip of Texas
  • The measure passed with broad support, paving the way for incorporation
  • SpaceX headquarters and operations are located in the area

Pros

  • Provides greater municipal control for SpaceX operations
  • May ease bureaucracy and restrictions around SpaceX's tests and rocket launches

Cons

  • Potential resistance to changes in established procedures