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Water shut-off notice: help Luis pay $800

Help Luis cover an overdue water bill so the household stays safe this the rainy season.

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Luis R. Vega
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Los Angeles
The water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on July unless I pay $800. I have never been late before losing my job in March. 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 an elderly mother, 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 Luis's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $800 goes: • Heating arrears: $390 • Reconnection and late fees: $160 • Down payment on a payment plan: $250 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Luis
due date
2026-07-21
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Luis

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($279 in total) I made the first payment toward down payment on a payment plan. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 13% now ($100). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled.

  3. Wanted to say thank you properly. 8% funded and the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled.

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  • Ronaldo Marcos Mendes

    Thinking of you, Luis. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.

    • Javier Reyes

      Thanks for sharing this, Luis. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.

      • Natnael Nebiyu Zewdie

        Stay strong. Shared this with my family. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care

        • Heike Marlene OttoID verified

          So sorry you're going through this, Luis. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't give up. Thinking of Los Angeles.

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