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Wedowee Utilities in Financial Crisis | Birmingham News
Wedowee’s utilities are in deep financial trouble, with a staggering $2.5 million operating loss and nearly $96,000 in bonuses paid while already in the red — sparking outrage and questions about oversight. Auditors also flagged messy payroll records and aging infrastructure as key culprits. Though preliminary findings surfaced six months ago, the town is now under new leadership after former chairman Tim Coe became mayor and Brenda Boone was ousted. New utility director Randy Benefield says sweeping reforms are underway, and the current board is racing to deliver all missing documents. The…
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