PANews reported on November 2nd that, according to FOX 4, residents near Mara Holdings, a Bitcoin mining farm in Hood County, Texas, are planning to vote on whether to merge their community into a city to curb persistent noise pollution; by forming a municipality, residents could set their own rules. However, Mara Holdings has filed a lawsuit demanding a halt to the election, claiming the petition is invalid and that officials colluded. After receiving complaints, Mara Holdings installed sound barriers and stated that it has replaced many noisy fans with quieter ones. However, neighbors say the noise is still too much. The court will decide whether to halt the vote before the formal vote next week.