Inglis leaders to weigh grant or loan for water system repairs at public meetings

INGLIS, Fla. (WCJB) - Town leaders in Inglis have two options to pay for repairs to the town’s water system, where residents have dealt with brown water: apply for a grant or take out a loan.

Water quality has been an issue in the town for months, and residents have concerns about whether it is safe to drink.

Mayor Isaac Young told TV20 that several companies have inspected the town’s water system in recent weeks.

Officials will discuss tonight whether to apply for a grant or take out a loan to pay for repairs.

Young told TV20 he favors a grant, but said it could take a year or longer. He said many residents want a loan to get the problem fixed sooner.

Monday’s meeting is the first of two meetings to address the issue. It starts at 7 p.m. Another meeting is scheduled for Tuesday. Both meetings will be held at Town Hall and are open to the public.

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