Pioneer water land deal proposed

Pioneer Rural Water is fielding an offer to sell property.  At its meeting today, the board of directors entertained Scott Schaeffer’s offer to buy three acres at Tugaloo Heights.  Terry Pruitt, Pioneer general manager, said Schaeffer is offering $39 thousand for “basically a patch of woods.”  Schaeffer says the three acres would make for an idea outdoor play area for his grandchildren.  The prospective land buyer indicated he might be interested in as much as 14 acres of Pioneer property, which includes a lot facing Lake Hartwell.  No agreement was reached.  Pioneer is going to pursue an appraisal of the property.