Zionsville leaders debate wastewater transfer near executive airport

Proposed deal could impact future development and town utility options

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

Zionsville Town Council is still weighing whether to transfer wastewater service near the U.S. 421 and Ind. 32 area from Hamilton Southeastern Utilities to Citizens Wastewater of Westfield. This potential move could affect future development around the town's executive airport and the town's long-term utility control.

Why it matters

The decision on wastewater service in the airport area could have significant implications for Zionsville's future development and the town's control over its utility infrastructure. Council members are carefully considering legal questions, territorial rights, and long-term impacts before making a final decision.

The details

Zionsville leaders are debating whether to transfer wastewater service near the U.S. 421 and Ind. 32 area from Hamilton Southeastern Utilities to Citizens Wastewater of Westfield. This potential change could affect future development around the town's executive airport as well as Zionsville's long-term control over its utility options.

  • Zionsville Town Council will revisit the issue at their March 2 meeting.

The players

Zionsville Town Council

The governing body of the town of Zionsville, Indiana that is responsible for making decisions on local issues like utility service.

Hamilton Southeastern Utilities

The current provider of wastewater service in the area near Zionsville's executive airport.

Citizens Wastewater of Westfield

The utility company that Zionsville is considering transferring wastewater service to in the airport area.

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What’s next

Zionsville Town Council will make a final decision on the wastewater service transfer at their March 2 meeting.

The takeaway

The potential wastewater service transfer near Zionsville's executive airport is a complex issue that could have significant impacts on the town's future development and utility control. Zionsville leaders are carefully weighing all the factors before making a decision that will shape the area's growth.