FIRESTONE, Colo. — A Weld County judge sided with the Central Weld County Water District (CWCWD) in its ongoing water bill dispute with the Town of Firestone.
On Aug. 22, the water district, which has served the town for nearly 60 years, announced it would cancel its contract with the town in 2028, citing an “unworkable and financially unsustainable” partnership with the town’s management and board of trustees.
In a statement, the Town of Firestone said it was “surprised” by the announcement and is “actively working to understand and examine its full range of options.”
“The Town of Firestone received a letter from the Central Weld County Water District indicating its intent to cancel the existing Agreement concerning Domestic Potable Water Service. While it’s fair to say that the Town has been frustrated at times by the District’s unwillingness to comply with terms of the current agreement – with issues dating back to at least 2006 – we were nonetheless surprised to receive the letter. For years, the Town has been focused on reaching a new fair, mutually beneficial agreement. One that would allow for continued water service for residents and businesses while helping the District remain financially viable. However, based upon the District’s communication, the Town is actively working to understand and examine its full range of options, including availing itself of any and all legal remedies.”
The Town of Firestone believes it is being billed incorrectly under a 1974 contract agreement with CWCWD. The agreement states the town will pay the established water rate schedule or the monthly minimum charge, whichever is greater…