DOTHAN, Ala.— The Dothan Utilities Department is offering benefits for seniors that can be applied to bills that cover water, sewer, security lights, etc.
According to the department, seniors ages 65 and up are eligible to receive discounts such as:
- $2.00 discount for water charge for 5,000 gallons or less usage per month
- $2.00 discount for sewer charge for discharging 3,000 gallons of sewer or less per month if sole source of income is Social Security
- $4.00 discount on monthly rate for security light
- $14.75 exemption for garbage pickup charge if sole source of income is Social Security
- Courtesy phone call reminder for past-due account balance prior to disconnection
- Delinquent fees waived
In order to receive a courtesy call, make sure the department has your current phone number.
To register for these discounts or to update your phone number, contact the utilities department at [email protected] or call (334) 615-4100 and choose option 4.