Birmingham WaterWorks billing dispute with East Birmingham church
Birmingham
Summary
A church says the Water Works billed it $60,000 for a claimed million gallons of water in a month, removed its meter, and hasn't restored water even after a court ruling in its favor. Councilors explained the city no longer controls the water board and urged the church to take the fight to state legislators.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The church reports a disputed $60,000 bill and thousands spent on lawyers and pumps.
The church congregation, which has been without water service for months.
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