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Across the United States, municipal leaders face a common challenge: balancing aging infrastructure needs with growing demands for public services, economic development, public safety and recreation.
For many communities, partnering with a regulated water and wastewater provider has become a strategic tool for addressing those competing priorities. Proceeds generated through water and wastewater system acquisitions can provide financial flexibility that may otherwise take decades to achieve.
One of the most consistent outcomes following utility acquisitions is the ability for communities to invest in services that directly impact residents' daily lives – like those in Long Hill Township, New Jersey.
Long Hill Township, New Jersey
Long Hill Township's wastewater system required substantial investment at a time when local officials were working to balance infrastructure needs with broader community priorities. Following a competitive evaluation process, the Township completed the sale of its wastewater utility to New Jersey American Water for approximately $45 million in 2022. The sale provided local leaders with the financial flexibility to eliminate debt, strengthen the Township's balance sheet and accelerate investments in projects that directly benefit residents. The Township was able to deliver these improvements without imposing additional tax burdens.
Key Investments:
- Nearly $3 million in emergency response vehicles
- Enhanced first responder capabilities
- Development of a new public park
- Walking trails and public gathering spaces
- Recreational facilities and athletic amenities
Click here to learn more about the community benefits of water and wastewater system partnerships.