We use cookies to understand how you use our site and improve your experience. You can choose which cookies to allow.
See our Privacy Policy and Terms.
Denton is tacking a 1.55% fee onto utility bills paid by credit or debit card starting October 1. You can dodge the extra cost by switching your payment method to eCheck, PayPal, or Venmo.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Impacts citywide utility rates and annual operating budgets.
Denton residents and utility ratepayers through transparent fiscal planning.
Residents who rely on credit cards for their monthly budgeting or points rewards will end up paying more.
We'll include it in your weekly brief whenever the council takes it up.
The weekly brief for Denton
Every council decision, in plain English — one email a week.
Join 1,130 residents following their cities
Free. Unsubscribe with one click any time. We never sell your email.
DENTON, TX, Aug. 6, 2026 - Beginning Oct. 1, 2026, the City of Denton will begin charging a 1.55% service fee for bill payments, including utility bills, made online or by phone using a credit or