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Yet another sign that California is moving back to normal. The Modesto Irrigation District (MID) has begun notifying customers that they will be reactivating late fees and disconnection notices for non-payment on June 30.
Customers that have an outstanding balance are encouraged to contact MID’s Customer Service Department to make payment arrangements.
There are also several options available for those experiencing a hardship:
MID CARES – reduces fixed monthly charge from $20 to $8 and includes a 23% discount on the first 850 kWh used each month.
Medical Life Support Rate – Customers who need electricity for life-sustaining devices or who have a condition or disease that requires special heating or air conditioning may qualify for 50% off the first 500 kWh used each month.
Stanislaus County Emergency Rental Assistance Program – Stanislaus County, the City of Modesto and the Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority have partnered to implement a local Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) to assist households unable to pay rental and utility bills accrued during the COVID-19 pandemic (between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021).
MID Customer Service hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information call (209) 526-7337 or email customerservice@mid.org.
