Op-Ed: CEO Smith Responds to Lawsuit with Commitment to Solutions for St. Croix Water Customers
Editor’s Note: This week, the Source reported that more than a dozen St. Croix residents have filed a class action lawsuit against the V.I. Water and Power Authority and Seven Seas Water Corporation over lead and copper contamination in the island’s water supply. The following statement from WAPA Chief Executive Officer Andy Smith is in response to the filing:
“We, at the Authority, are disappointed that amidst these challenging circumstances, there are those who seek monetary gain by exploiting the evolving situation impacting the people of St. Croix. WAPA, however, remains focused on change and improving the quality of water for our customers on St. Croix. In response to the recently filed lawsuit, the Authority would like to reiterate that every moment spent away from implementing solutions is a moment lost at the expense of our residents. …Read more: stcroixsource.com/2023/11/29/op-ed-ceo-smith-responds-to-lawsuit-with-commitment-to-solutions-for...
📸: Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority
CEO Andrew Smith
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