New Kent officials recommend proceeding with Brickshire tank and Route 249 waterline bids; board weighs VRA application and rate impacts Public Utilities Director Mike Lang recommended moving forward on three water projects (Brickshire tank, associated waterline, Route 249 waterline) after competitive low bids; financial advisers presented multiple borrowing scenarios and urged considering a VRA application by Feb. 6 to preserve bidding and funding options while supervisors asked about rate impacts and development dependence.

New Kent County's Public Utilities Director is pushing for vital water projects that could dramatically improve system resiliency and fire safety, but what will it mean for your water bill?

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Board authorizes condemnation for Route 249 waterline easements after failed negotiations Facing a stalemate with certain landowners, New Kent County authorized condemnation to acquire temporary and permanent easements for the Route 249 waterline extension, citing the project as critical to long‑term county water supply plans.

New Kent County is taking a bold step to secure its water supply by authorizing condemnation for vital easements after failed negotiations with landowners.

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