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Gas shut-off notice: help Russell pay $950

Russell is behind on gas bills after losing my job in April and needs $950 to avoid a shut-off.

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Russell W. Contreras
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Mobile
The gas account is 4 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on July unless I pay $950. I have never been late before losing my job in April. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $165 first, which I don't have. I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through winter without gas isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $950 goes: • Utility arrears: $610 • Reconnection and late fees: $210 • Down payment on a payment plan: $130 Thanks for reading all this.
due date
2026-07-09
bill type
Utility arrears

Updates from Russell

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 6% funded and I made the first payment toward utility arrears.

  2. 6% there. the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. Thank you.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 5% now ($47). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

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  • Rooting for you, Russell. Your post was clear and honest. I hope July is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Mobile.

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