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Apple Valley presses water-system acquisition as residents cite high rates; legal fight continues
Summary
Apple Valley Mayor Scott Nassif said the town began pursuing acquisition of the Apple Valley water system in response to long‑standing concerns about higher rates after residents reported difficulty paying bills.
Apple Valley Mayor Scott Nassif said the town began pursuing acquisition of the Apple Valley water system because residents had faced "significant higher water rates compared to our neighboring communities," and some households, particularly those on fixed incomes, were struggling to pay water bills.
The remarks came during public comment on the Town Council's regular meeting. Resident Carrie Hernard told the council she opposed the town's efforts to acquire Liberty Utilities, citing what she called a string of local property and code‑enforcement problems and noting recent town payments to outside counsel and consultants.
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