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Water shut-off notice: help James pay $950
James is behind on water bills after my partner leaving the household and needs $950 to avoid a shut-off.
🇺🇸 Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States499 views
The water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $950. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $75 first, which I don't have.
I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the rainy season without water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
Every dollar goes to the account in James's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $950 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $530
• Reconnection and late fees: $180
• Down payment on a payment plan: $240
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- due date
- 2026-10-26
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from James
Small update. $58 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.
Update from Ann Arbor: the plan for electricity arrears is now scheduled. We're at 12% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Sending good thoughts, James. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Bellevue donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Bellevue