LEBANON, Ind. — April 13, 2026 — The City of Lebanon today issued a comprehensive response to the Indianapolis-Marion County City-County Council, addressing their inquiries regarding the Lebanon Utilities-Citizens Energy Group Wholesale Water Supply Program and proposed wastewater infrastructure improvements. The response aims to provide clarity on project status, regulatory oversight, and environmental protections, while correcting persistent misconceptions surrounding the LEAP Innovation District and associated utility developments.
As part of its ongoing commitment to open communication, the City of Lebanon has underscored that critical aspects of the project, including final discharge locations, remain under active, data-driven evaluation. The city maintains that all infrastructure planning is subject to rigorous state and federal permitting processes and adheres to stringent environmental standards to ensure the protection of regional natural resources.
“We welcome constructive dialogue with our neighbors, but it must be grounded in reality rather than speculation,” said Lebanon Mayor Matt Gentry. “The City of Lebanon has been, and will remain, transparent throughout this process. We have held numerous public hearings, maintained open office hours, and provided extensive documentation for public review. It is time to move past misinformation that confuses and at worst scares the public and instead focuses on the facts. This project is being developed with the highest levels of environmental oversight and a clear, science-based approach to regional utility sustainability.”
The City of Lebanon continues to emphasize that industrial users are subject to strict pretreatment programs, ensuring that wastewater meets rigorous safety standards before entering the collection system. For residents and stakeholders seeking accurate, up-to-date information, the City encourages the public to visit the official Lebanon Utilities project pages at https://lebanon-utilities.com/water-projects/ and https://lebanon-utilities.com/wastewater-projects/.
The City of Lebanon and Lebanon Utilities remain dedicated to upholding its responsibility as stewards of the environment and transparent public servants to all residents.
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