Central Alabama Water Layoffs: Mayor Among 135

0:00This is Birmingham News Today, powered by AI and presented by The Daily News Now. Central Alabama Water announced layoffs affecting 135 employees on Friday, March 16, including Midfield Mayor Gary, Richardson Adams. Adams had worked at the utility for 21 years and confirmed he learned of his layoff earlier that day. The move is part of a larger reorganization aimed at boosting the company's financial health by cutting labor costs. People say the changes, which also eliminate 76 vacant positions, will save more than $20 million each year. No further details have emerged yet, but the utility's stressed these steps are key to long-term stability. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com.