City resumes utility disconnects for non-payment; approves policy to help residents behind on bills.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE

The Stephenville City Council has voted to resume utility disconnects after stalling it during the pandemic, but also approved a delinquent utility account assistance policy for residents behind on bills.

The program offers residents a chance to make installment payments on delinquent accounts and creates a one-time delinquent utility assistance grant up to $300.

Customers with a delinquent balance should call 254-918-1230 for more information.

The deadline for submitting a grant application is Dec. 31.