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Homeowner blames city for nearly $3,000 water bill
By KGNS — Sitewide
· July 7, 2026
· 3 min read
PHOENIX (AZFamily/Gray News) — A homeowner in Phoenix said he was hit with a nearly $3,000 water bill after a city-owned transmitter failed to report his water usage for seven months. He believes the city should be held responsible.Cameron Green said he opened his water bill last month to find a ...
Key takeaway The bill totaled $2,777 and reflected 344,000 gallons of water that the city said Green and his wife used over seven months.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The situation in Phoenix raises questions about the reliability of water billing systems in Laredo . If a city-owned transmitter can fail to report water usage for seven months, it's possible that similar issues could occur in Webb County. Local residents may want to review their own water bills for any unusual spikes in usage. The fact that the homeowner in Phoenix was able to identify an underground leak as a contributing factor to the high bill highlights the importance of prompt notification of water usage issues. In Laredo, residents who experience sudden increases in their water bills should contact the city to investigate potential leaks or equipment failures. The city's response to such issues will be crucial in determining whether residents are held responsible for unexpected charges. As the city of Laredo continues to manage its water resources, it's essential to ensure that billing systems are accurate and reliable to avoid similar disputes.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? PHOENIX (AZFamily/Gray News) — A homeowner in Phoenix said he was hit with a nearly $3,000 water bill after a city-owned transmitter failed to report his water usage for seven months. He believes the city should be held responsible.Cameron Green said he opened his water bill last month to find a ...
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