Meeting Date: July 7, 2025
Title
Rutherford County Regionalization Study Report
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Summary:
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County Manager Steve Garrison told the Board that an update to the 2014 Wastewater Merger/Regionalization Study prepared by WK Dickson was undertaken to further evaluate the feasibility and implications of regionalizing wastewater services. The primary focus was on exploring merger or consolidation options between the Town of Spindale and the Town of Rutherfordton, with consideration for integration into the Broad River Water Authority (BRWA) system. The study emphasized critical areas including regulatory compliance, the need for infrastructure investment, financial sustainability, and affordability for ratepayers. Following the impact of Hurricane Helene, the scope of the update was expanded to include emergency resiliency and response measures. Additionally, the study addressed the effects of the evolving infrastructure funding landscape, recognizing the importance of adapting to a changing financial environment for capital improvements and service continuity.
A presentation of the draft results of the Rutherford County Regionalization Study Report will be presented.
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Budget:
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Contact Information:
Steve Garrison, County Manager
Steve.garrison@rutherfordcountync.gov <mailto:Steve.garrison@rutherfordcountync.gov>
828-287-6060
Seth Robertson
srobertson@ardurra.com <mailto:srobertson@ardurra.com>
252-239-3623
Recommended Motion:
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Update only. No action.