Group criticizes privatization plan / Move could increase price of water, sewer for consumers, it says
Source: By Bob Downing, Akron Beacon Journal (OH), Friday, Feb 08, 2008
One national wastewater organization Thursday voiced concern about Akron's proposal to sell off its sewage system.
The National Association of Clean Water Agencies in Washington, D.C., is firmly opposed to privatizing public utilities, said Susan Bruninga, director of public and legislative affairs.
........The fear is that the prices paid by consumers for water or sewer will soar because private companies must make enough money to operate the utility plus satisfy their shareholders, Bruninga said.