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Sanitary Authority to Bid on Wilkes-Barre Sewer System

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What happened

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The Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority board voted to submit a bid to acquire the City of Wilkes-Barre’s sewer system. Andy Reilly, CEO of the authority, confirmed the executive committee approved the proposal for submission. The authority also authorized a proposal to purchase the Borough of Forty Fort’s sewer system.

From citizensvoice.com

Why it matters

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The City of Wilkes-Barre has faced concerns regarding $50-60 million in necessary upgrades for its antiquated sewer system. A sale could relieve the City of financial and environmental responsibility and net millions that could reduce long-term debt totaling about $76 million.

From citizensvoice.com

Who's involved

  • Andy ReillyCEO of the Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority, leading the bidding process
  • Wilkes-BarreCity whose sewer system is being offered for acquisition
  • George C. BrownMayor of Wilkes-Barre, who previously raised concerns about system liability and debt

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Wilkes-BarreSpeculative

    The sale might relieve the City of Wilkes-Barre of financial and environmental responsibility for the system, potentially reducing long-term debt.

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