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Should Atlanta turn off water for $236 million in unpaid bills? Mayor Dickens says it’s a ‘tough decision.’

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(Photo via Pexels.) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/saportareport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/pexels-photo-861414.jpeg?fit=780%2C523&ssl=1" /> Atlanta’s recent watershed audit revealed a bombshell statistic: A quarter of the city’s customers have unpaid balances, totaling more than $236 million in bills owed to Atlanta. You might recognize some of the high-profile culprits. The audit caused uproar among the city council. City Council Utilities Committee Chair Dustin Hills was notably upset at the […] The post Should Atlanta turn off water for $236 million in unpaid bills? Mayor Dickens says it’s a ‘tough decision.’ appeared first on SaportaReport .

First report: Atlanta water audit finds nearly $236 million in outstanding balances, council demands answers — 11alive.com, 3d