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Council seeks clarity on county water purchase talks; some members urge pause until staff provides full terms
Summary
Councilors pressed staff June 17 for detailed information on an ongoing memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Charles County for future water purchases, noting uncertainty about timelines and negotiating authority; staff said the council will be fully briefed and the council must approve any final agreement.
Several council members pressed town staff and the town attorney on June 17 for fuller information about ongoing discussions with Charles County on a county water purchase agreement and MOU. Some councilors asked for a temporary pause in negotiations until the manager can present clear negotiating parameters and potential impacts.
Mayor Mary James and Town Manager Chuck Stevens said staff has been engaged in long‑running conversations with the county and that purchasing water is a multi‑year planning issue. Stevens told…
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