Rocky Mount Water and Wastewater Agreement Amendments
Nash County
Summary
Rocky Mount is considering selling its water and sewer systems to a private New Jersey company for $174.6 million. Nash County buys about 80% of its water from Rocky Mount, so rates and reliability for county residents are on the line. The board formally opposed the sale after public comment and debate.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
A private owner could raise wholesale water rates paid by the county and its customers; the sale price itself is $174.6 million.
County residents and businesses could benefit if the resolution helps keep rates under public control.
If the sale proceeds without protections, county water customers could face higher rates set by a private utility.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Oct 5, 2026
Rocky Mount is considering selling its water and sewer systems to a private New Jersey company for $174.6 million. Nash County buys about 80% of its water from Rocky Mount, so rates and reliability for county residents are on the line. The board formally opposed the sale after public comment and debate.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Sep 8, 2026
The county updated its water, sewer, and option-to-purchase agreements with the City of Rocky Mount.
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