The city is pleased to be able to offer rate assistance to qualifying senior citizens with low-income. Seniors who qualify for the program will benefit from a 25% reduction on their utility bill.
Automatic re-enrollment (COVID-19): All seniors who received the discount last year (2019/2020) will be automatically re-enrolled for the coming year (2020/2021).
To qualify for the program, you must meet the following requirements:
✔ The utilities billed by the city are in your name
✔ You live at the property receiving utility service as your primary residence
✔ You are at least 62 years of age
✔ Your household winter water consumption from December-March does not exceed an average of 6 units per month
✔ You meet the household income requirements:
| Current Household Income Requirements |
|---|
| Household Size | Total Household Income |
| 1 | $32,250 |
| 2 | $36,850 |
| 3 | $41,450 |
| 4 | $46,050 |
| 5 | $49,750 |
| 6 | $53,450 |
| 7 | $57,150 |
| 8 | $60,800 |
You can read more about the program requirements and fill out an application form if you meet the qualifications.
