[미국] 일리노이 아메리칸워터, 그래프턴시 하수관 매입

Bruce Hauk 일리노이 아메리칸 워터(IAW) 대표는 IAW가 일리노이주 남부 알톤(Alton)시 인근의 그래프턴(Grafton)시의 하수관을 매입했다고 지난 5월 26일 발표했다. 이번 하수도 매입으로 IAW는 알톤 구역에서 약 400명의 고객을 추가로 얻게 됐으며, 약 670명의 거주자에게 서비스를 제공하게 됐다.

IAW는 2010년 9월부터 그래프턴시와 파트너십을 시작했으며, 도매 기반으로 시에 물을 제공해 왔다.

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Illinois American Water acquires City of Grafton Wastewater System

Illinois American Water President Bruce Hauk, today announced the Company’s acquisition of the City of Grafton wastewater system, near Alton in southern Illinois. The purchase of the system adds approximately 400 customers to the Company’s customer base in the Alton District and serves a population of nearly 670 residents.

Illinois American Water is familiar with the City of Grafton, and vice versa. Illinois American Water began its partnership with the City in September 2010, providing water to Grafton on a sale-for-resale (wholesale) basis. Illinois American Water acquired the local water system in August 2013. Based on the continued positive public-private partnership, the community entered into a wastewater service contract in March 2015 and Illinois American Water began operating that system. Today, Illinois American Water acquired the wastewater system.

"We have a strong track record in Grafton and the surrounding area. Our team’s level of customer service and commitment to the community has enabled City leadership to entrust us with providing critical service for public health, safety and economic development."said Bruce Hauk, president of Illinois American Water. "We take this responsibility seriously and look forward to continuing to serve Grafton. With this acquisition, we will expand our wastewater service footprint and help ensure local residents have access to a reliable wastewater service for years to come."

Grafton Mayor Tom Thompson is also enthusiastic in his support of the acquisition. "We are pleased to continue our positive working relationship with Illinois American Water. They are a true member of our community. Their expertise and ability to provide both water and wastewater service to Grafton residents is a benefit for today and our future."

The acquisition of the Grafton wastewater system for $600,000 was approved by the Illinois Commerce Commission on May 4, 2016. The sale was closed by Illinois American Water and the City of Grafton today. The Grafton wastewater system will be incorporated into the company’s Alton District, which currently serves residents in Alton, Godfrey and Elsah. Jersey County Rural Water, Fosterburg Water District, Brighton and Forest Homes-Maple Park are wholesale customers.

Customers will receive an Illinois American Water welcome packet in the mail. Their first combined Illinois American Water wastewater and water bill will be received approximately 30 days after closing.

[출처 = Water World / 2016년 5월 26일]