Houston has a water infrastructure crisis. Over the past decade, millions of gallons of raw sewage have spilled into communities, with low-income and communities of color being hit hardest.
The City is investing $2 billion in public sewer repairs, but homeowners are still responsible for fixing private sewer laterals––this can cost thousands for families living on a tight budget.
🛠️We need a dedicated $20 million private fund to help people––just one additional penny for every dollar of planned investment for Houston’s sewer system to:
✔️Help fix failing sewer lines
✔️Curb sewage backups
✔️Prioritize communities in most need
Because everyone deserves access to safe and reliable water and sanitation.
🎧Listen to Houstonians tell their sewer stories and check out Bayou City Waterkeeper's Justice in the sewers Hub to learn more.
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Justice in the Sewers Hub bayoucitywaterkeeper.org