WE NEED TO TALK
Our hope for an open dialogue about the eminent domain battle between the city and Pennichuck was renewed on Tuesday.
Several newly-elected aldermen expressed a desire for “open and honest communication.” We support this new approach. We want to ensure that ALL aldermen have the many pertinent and relevant details that will allow them to make an informed decision on this issue.
The need for substantive and sustained conversations has never been higher. A double-digit tax increase, reevaluations and ongoing education issues require that there be an open dialogue on the eminent domain battle. The city has already spent or committed more than $1.2 million to date pursuing the takeover. This money could be better spent on important municipal needs.
With no hearings scheduled on this matter until 2007, and with the potential for the timetable to slip even further, it’s time to find a reasonable and equitable solution between Nashua and Pennichuck.
We reiterate our desire to meet with the Board of Aldermen and the Pennichuck Special Water Committee. We have been and continue to be prepared to have meaningful conversations in order to find a solution that ensures the quality and availability of water for Nashua residents and is fair to the company.
We need to talk.
Pennichuck Corporation
New Hampshire’s Oldest Continuously Operating Business
November 13, 2005
