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County hears update on generational water plan; consultant flags affordability squeeze by 2030
Summary
Consultant JD Solomon and Utility Director Chandra Farmer briefed commissioners on a long‑range Lower Neuse water supply project, a proposed treatment plant and major pipelines estimated at roughly $700 million, and near‑term options to bridge an anticipated supply gap around 2030.
Commissioners received an update March 17 on a multi‑decade plan to develop a new water treatment facility and transmission system intended to provide Johnston County’s water supply through mid‑century.
JD Solomon, the county’s independent consultant on short‑term options, described the long‑term program as “generational,” saying it “will give us water supply through 2050, and it comes with a price tag of about $700,000,000 right now.” Solomon said his immediate task is to re‑examine the business case and highlight affordability and timing options so the county and its municipal partners can make informed choices.
Solomon and county staff told the board the county faces…
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