On July 17, the Tennessee Board of Utility Regulation voted to grant Leoma Utility District an additional 6 months to continue correcting the issues at hand—a major win for the people of Leoma and for the principle of local self-governance.
County Executive David Morgan shared the following statement:
“I was honored to speak on behalf of 1,400 families who depend on LUD for clean, reliable water and who deserve the right to have a voice in how it’s managed. Our message was simple: Don’t punish a whole community for the actions of one. Give them time. Trust their progress. Respect their autonomy.
I’m proud to say the board listened.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke up, and stood up for your community today. This victory is proof that when people unite around principle and purpose, their voices matter.
This is not just about water—it’s about freedom. And freedom starts with local control.”