To qualify for the low income discount, the Application for Low Income Discount needs to be completed, notarized, and turned into City Hall along with verification of income. The notary can be completed at City Hall, Free of charge. All household income must be reported, including that of the spouse or co-tenant. The total income cannot exceed 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines provided by ASPE each February. The current (2024) income limits are show below. 

If the application is approved, the current monthly discount inside city limits is $7.50 off the water portion of the bill and $15.50 off the sewer portion of the bill along with a $.50 discount on Storm water fees each month. The total discount for Inside City Limits is $23.50. The total monthly discount for outside city limits is $13.88 off the water portion of the bill. Applicants may also request a reduction in garbage service of one 32-gallon can emptied every other week. The discount for reduced garbage service is 50%of the minimum monthly garbage charge (currently a discount of $9.91 per month). If weekly service is required, no other discount is allowed. 

Once the application is approved, if circumstances improve and you no longer qualify for the discount you must contact City Hall immediately. If a violation is determined, the customer will be required to repay the amount of any discount along with a penalty of 20 percent.

The Application for Low Income Discount and income verification must be provided each year in order for the discount to remain in effect.