City of Adrian and PWSD#5 Merge


After 9+ years of debate and discussion, the City of Adrian and Public Water District #5 reached an agreement to work together. Pictured far right: Sue Miller, Larry Ritter, Steve Smith. Back row, left to right: Dennis Kooker, Richard Griffith and Mike Lemon.
After a unanimous vote from the Adrian City Council, Adrian Mayor Larry Ritter (right) signs the finalized agreement with PWSD #5 and the City of Adrian.
“This is the cheapest source of water for the District. I hope there will also be a savings for the City.” -- Steve Smith, President of Public Water District #5
“This is the most important thing we can get done for our community. It is a good deal for the City.” -- Mayor Larry Ritter