Swisher officials to regroup after voters again reject municipal water plan

Swisher officials are assessing their next steps after a measure to develop a municipal water system for the city was soundly rejected by voters Tuesday, March 7.

According to official election results from the Johnson County Auditor’s Office, the $26.2 million measure was defeated by a margin of 84.2% to 15.8%, with 401 Swisher residents voting against the proposal and 75 voting in favor. Turnout was reported…