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Fort Lauderdale residents questioning high water bills despite cutting back on usage
By Anna McAllister at CBS4 Miami
· July 10, 2026
· 4 min read
Four months after first contacting CBS News Miami , some Fort Lauderdale residents remain fed up. They said their water bills remain high despite cutting back on the water they use and being told they don't have any leaks.Jackie Waldman, Daniel Carinci and Jodie Sweeney contacted CBS News Miami, upse
Key takeaway 18 for my bill in June, and that basically what that means is that they're saying I've used 26,000 gallons of water since the beginning of June," Waldman said.
Why this matters in The Miami
The situation in Fort Lauderdale has implications for Miami residents, who also face concerns about water usage and billing accuracy. Miami's own experiences with flooding and sea-level rise make efficient water management crucial, and high water bills can be a significant burden for homeowners. The fact that Fort Lauderdale residents have found no leaks or other explanations for their high bills raises questions about the city's water metering and billing systems. As Miami-Dade County continues to grow and develop, it's essential to ensure that its own water management systems are accurate and fair. Miami residents may be watching the situation in Fort Lauderdale closely, wondering if similar issues could be affecting their own water bills. The City of Miami and Miami-Dade County may need to review their own procedures to prevent similar disputes and ensure that residents are being charged fairly for their water usage.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Four months after first contacting CBS News Miami, some Fort Lauderdale residents remain fed up. They said their water bills remain high despite cutting back on the water they use and being told they don't have any leaks.Jackie Waldman, Daniel Carinci and Jodie Sweeney contacted CBS News Miami, upse
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