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Man writes check on 2-ply toilet paper

But court rules N.Y. man embroiled in dispute can't pay by unusual method

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updated 10:52 a.m. ET March 28, 2008

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. - An upstate New York man embroiled in a dispute over his water bill is not being allowed to pay off his debt with a check written on toilet paper. Ron Borgna tried to settle his $2,509.66 bill with a check written on floral print, two-ply toilet paper Wednesday.

The disagreement began in September 2006 when Borgna received a $422.90 water bill. Borgna claims he was overbilled. With additional charges, penalties and late fees that bill has grown.

Binghamton city officials refused to accept the check. After a short argument, Borgna was escorted out of the building.

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Borgna says he is appealing the judgment against him in small claims court.

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