Scituate Approves Additional $20.3 Million for New Water Treatment Plant

Residents vote to fund project aimed at addressing longstanding water quality issues, despite concerns over increased costs

SCITUATE, MA - June 24 - Scituate residents voted overwhelmingly to approve an additional $20.3 million in funding for a new water treatment plant, addressing longstanding issues with water quality and infrastructure in the Massachusetts coastal town.

The special town meeting on Jun. 24 saw 88.1% of attendees vote in favor of the measure, easily surpassi…