Jackson Takes Control of Water Future | Jackson News

Jackson’s city council is fighting to keep control of its water future, rejecting a return to Public Works and pushing for a new municipal utility authority it can steer but operate independently. With JXN Water and the federal government negotiating a transition plan headed to court, Councilman Kenneth Stokes’ six-to-one vote-backed resolution ensures Jackson’s voice won’t be silenced. While a state-backed regional authority remains an option, tensions over control persist — and ultimately, the judge’s decision will decide who manages the city’s vital water system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b1df8ca5565d8670