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replace cast iron gas lines, targeting at least a mile each year. “We will continue to do that because it’s a safety issue, as well as being able to provide the gas to the industries and retail businesses that come in,” says Smith, adding that there are plans to invest an additional $1.3 million in refurbishments this coming year. Recently, the city drilled a newwell and is conducting necessary tests before bringing it into service. “One of the things we’ve been working on is finding a new water source,” he stated. “We are in good shape as far as the water supply is now, but if we continue to grow in population and industry, we want to make sure that that’s continuous through the years.” In terms of residential development, while high interest rates have slowed new housing construction, 7 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 07 JACKSONVI LLE, AL