Central Alabama Water Cuts Costs, Avoids Rate Hikes
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Central Alabama Water, Alabamas largest water system, has approved new budgets without rate hikes, marking a significant shift from Decembers plans. The new budgets, proposed by CEO Jeffrey Thompson, reduce operating expenses by $16.2 million and capital spending by $40.8 million. These cuts come with a heavy price, including 241 layoffs and the elimination of 76 vacant positions, saving $21.1 million annually in labor costs. Despite these tough measures, Central Alabama Water is pushing forward with leaner plans, as a bill to reform the Birmingham Water Works Board has passed the legislature.
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