Help Sanjay with an overdue water bill before summer

The water account is 3 months behind. Sanjay received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on December unless $600 is paid. He had never been late before August's medical emergency. Sanjay called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $165 first, which isn't available. The household includes a disabled brother, and going through summer without water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Sanjay is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Sanjay's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $600 goes: • Water arrears: $230 • Reconnection and late fees: $135 • Down payment on a payment plan: $235 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.