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Voters in Stone County Approve Sale of Water System to Missouri American Water

  • Customers of Stone County Public Water Supply District No. 1 voted on November 3, 2026, to approve the sale of their water system to Missouri American Water.
  • Nearly 78% of voters supported the sale, exceeding the two-thirds majority required by Missouri law.
  • The transaction is subject to regulatory approval from the Missouri Public Service Commission (MoPSC) before financial closing.
  • Missouri American Water plans to invest at least $5 million during the first five years of ownership to upgrade infrastructure.
  • Planned improvements include fixing system leaks, upgrading undersized water mains, enhancing fire flow capacity, & improving water quality monitoring.
  • Customers will gain access to 24/7 emergency support, online account management, & bill payment assistance programs.
  • Missouri American Water intends to submit its acquisition application to the MoPSC before the end of 2026.
  • If approved, approximately 840 water customers in Stone County will transition to Missouri American Water service.
Company
American Water
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American Water