Sandusky, Erie County reach an historic first step; agree to talk

After some debate, city commissioners vote to engage with county about study to determine if regional water and sewer service is the right move to reduce cost

SANDUSKY —

The fight over who controls Sandusky’s water may be one of the city’s longest-running battles. On Monday night, after decades of tension and lawsuits, city commissioners voted to join Erie County in exploring the creation of a regional water and sewer system.