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St. George candidates debate growth limits, water supply and reclamation projects
Summary
At a Washington County Republican Women forum, St. George mayoral and council candidates said managing growth will hinge on water supplies, master planning and infrastructure such as reuse, reservoirs and storage.
St. George candidates at a Washington County Republican Women forum on Oct. 24 discussed how the city should balance rapid population growth with limited water supplies and infrastructure needs.
Candidates said a city master plan, water reclamation and storage projects and clear technical limits set by water authorities must guide future development. "We know what we want to be when we grow up," mayoral candidate Jimmy Hughes said, urging reliance on the city's master plan and community input. Incumbent Councilwoman Michelle Tanner said St. George must pursue reservoirs and the water reuse center the city has "spearheaded." "I'm optimistic for the future," Tanner…
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