Most of us go about our daily lives never stopping to think about how much money is involved in running a city the size of Yakima. It s a lot! City Council is set to meet Tuesday night (2/15/21) with some big ticket items on the agenda.
Let s take a look.
You pay your water sewer, garbage bill every month like the good citizen that you are. Thanks. Your participation keeps the wheels turning. But not everybody does and overtime, the delinquent bills pile up.
According to the City, Delinquent accounts are recommended for write-off for various reasons, including: The Statute of Limitations (six (6) years or older) has been met; Bankruptcy (discharge of debt); Death of debtor; and Accounts have been sent to a collection agency and returned as uncollectable.