FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 12, 2026

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Anniston Water Works and Sewer Board (AWWSB)

Customer Service: (256) 241-2000

Website: www.awwsb.org

Anniston Water Works and Sewer Board Adopts 2027–2030 Rate Plan to Protect Infrastructure and Maintain Water Quality

ANNISTON, AL —The Board of Directors of the Water Works and Sewer Board of the City of Anniston (AWWSB) recently adopted a comprehensive four-year rate plan covering 2027 through 2030. The plan balances essential capital investment with rate stability, restructuring base allowances to provide more water under the minimum charge while addressing increasing operational costs and mandated regulatory standards.

The new rate structure takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Understanding the Adjustment for 2027

Average Residential Household: An average residential water and sewer household utilizing 7 CCF per month will experience an adjustment of $3.70 per month, with total combined charges moving from $58.10 to $61.80.

Why Adjustments are Necessary

Like water and wastewater utilities nationwide, AWWSB faces sharp inflationary pressures on daily operations alongside increasing obligations to rehabilitate aging systems:

• Escalating Operational Expenses: Significant cost increases across fundamental expenses, including electricity to operate pump stations, fuel for service fleets, and essential water-treatment chemicals.
• Capital Investment: Ongoing replacement and upgrading of critical water mains, sanitary sewer lines, storage tanks, and treatment facilities to safeguard system reliability and reduce service interruptions.
• Heightened Regulatory Compliance: Meeting increasingly stringent state and federal environmental regulations, including emerging drinking water standards and environmental protection mandates that require advanced monitoring and infrastructure modernization.

By adopting a planned, four-year schedule rather than sudden large spikes, the Board ensures the utility remains financially sound while allowing customers and businesses to plan ahead.

Customer Resources & Rate Calculator

AWWSB provides tools to help customers estimate how these adjustments will affect their individual statements:

• Interactive Rate Calculator: Customers can visit www.awwsb.org to access an online residential bill calculator.
• Customer Support: For questions regarding account billing, meter sizing, or water conservation assistance, customers can contact AWWSB Customer Service directly at (256) 241-2000.

About the Anniston Water Works and Sewer Board

The Water Works and Sewer Board of the City of Anniston is committed to providing reliable high-quality drinking water and wastewater services to residential, commercial, industrial, and wholesale customers throughout Calhoun County and surrounding communities.