Public Hearings Scheduled for Bluefield Water System Sale to Virginia American Water
The Bluefield, Va. Town Council has scheduled four meetings in September to discuss the sale of its municipal water system to Virginia American Water. Public input during these sessions will influence whether negotiations proceed towards privatization or if the project is canceled.
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The Bluefield, Va. Town Council has decided to hold two town hall meetings and two public hearings in September to gather public input on the potential sale of the municipal water system to Virginia American Water.
The decision follows the receipt of unsolicited proposals for privatization and aims to address concerns regarding rates, capital expenditures, and employee treatment. Town Manager Andrew Hanson emphasized the importance of community involvement in determining the future of the water utility.
The outcome of these meetings will guide whether the project advances to negotiation and appraisal phases with the state Corporation Commission. Additionally, Tazewell County is exploring the sale of its Public Service Authority to enhance water service to residents, following a similar unsolicited proposal.
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