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Superior City Votes on Water Takeover | Duluth News
Superior City is poised to decide its water future—voters could soon choose whether the city takes over its utility from ALLETE-owned Superior Water, Light and Power. Mayor Jim Paine argues a municipal takeover would save money through lower borrowing costs, potentially slashing rates without hurting taxpayers. But longtime utility worker Bill Fennessey and the Coalition for Superior Water warn voters aren’t getting the full financial picture, questioning transparency and cost estimates. Both sides present conflicting numbers, with state regulators set to determine fair market value amid…
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