Citizens Energy Group to potentially provide water to Lebanon [Video]

LEBANON, Ind. — One of the area’s largest utilities may be a solution to Lebanon’s water woes — or at least a part of it.

As 13News reported in June, a lack of water forced the city to hit the pause button on new construction projects. That included the next phase of the LEAP District, a high-tech corridor developed in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Commission.

But Citizens Energy Group said it’s in talks with the City of Lebanon to potentially provide up to 25 million gallons of water per day to Lebanon Utilities. 

“At this juncture, we are making good progress on discussions for Citizens Water to provide up to 25 million gallons of water per day (MGD) to Lebanon Utilities,” spokeswoman Laura O’Brien said. “We routinely consider the 25- and 50-year water …