$7 Million in Unpaid Water Bills
Summary
On top of the budget gap, the city is owed about $7 million in water bills — and officials expect a court fight over it. They're keeping this separate from the $23 million general fund problem.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $7 million in unpaid water bills at stake.
Collections would return money owed to the city and its ratepayers.
Residents who've used water for years without accounts, and payers who subsidize the gap, plus small businesses unable to reach anyone when disputes arise.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Finance - Mar 25, 2026
On top of the budget gap, the city is owed about $7 million in water bills — and officials expect a court fight over it. They're keeping this separate from the $23 million general fund problem.
Public Works - Feb 16, 2026
Consultant Michael Thomas flagged a 62% collection rate, and Jackson Water's Ted Henifin explained that thousands of water-using properties have no billing accounts and that the city's metering data has never been fully cleaned up. Council members pressed for clarity on the numbers and better customer service.
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