(Fayette, OH) The fight over an aquifer as a suburban source of water continues.
Fayette officials told the William County Alliance, the group that opposes plans to sell water from the Michindoh Aquifer, they have no interest in passing a resolution opposing the controversial project.
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The project would tap Pioneer Mayor Ed Kidston's company, Artesian of Pioneer, to drill wells into the aquifer and pump groundwater as far as 60 or more miles away.
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Alliance members have been critical of Fayette officials for attending a meeting between Mr. Kidston and Toledo-area suburbs, fearing Fayette is working with him.
Alliance members were not allowed in that meeting.
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