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Bluefield, VA officials are considering the sale of the town's water utility system following unsolicited proposals from Aqua and Virginia American Water. A public meeting is scheduled for February 17 to discuss the proposals and the review process, impacting approximately 2,300 customers.

Town Manager Andrew Hanson noted the discussions stem from aging infrastructure needs and the town's water capital improvement plan. The council has authorized a conceptual phase of consideration, with no decisions made yet regarding the potential sale or rate changes.