Company: MSEX
Filing Date: 2025-04-10
Form Type: DEF 14A
Source: 0001174947-25-000561
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Company: MIDDLESEX WATER CO
Filing Date: 2025-04-10
Form: DEF 14A
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box:

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| Middlesex Water Company  
 485C Route 1 South       
 Suite 400                
 Iselin, New Jersey 08830 |

Dear Valued Shareholders, It is my privilege to invite you to the Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of Middlesex Water Company (“Middlesex” or the “Company”), which will be held virtually on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EDT. This meeting provides an important opportunity to review our Company’s progress, share updates on our strategic initiatives, and discuss matters that are critical to building long-term shareholder value. This year marked a significant milestone for Middlesex as we welcomed our new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Nadine Leslie, effective March 1, 2024. With over 25 years of experience in the water industry, Nadine assumed leadership at a pivotal time, continuing our legacy of excellence for 128 years. In her first year, Nadine has quickly demonstrated her commitment to upholding the high standards of service and operational excellence that have been the hallmark of Middlesex. She has shown exceptional strategic vision, and we are confident that under her guidance, we will continue to grow and thrive in the years to come. As we reflect on 2024, I