Summary
The city is evaluating how to handle $1.57 million in annual credit card processing fees, mostly from utility payments. Council discussed shifting from city-absorbed department budgets to a percentage-based fee on online card payments.
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Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Discussions involve managing $1.57 million in annual card processing expenses currently absorbed by utility budgets.
General utility ratepayers who pay by bank draft or check would no longer subsidize the credit card processing costs of others.
Residents and businesses who prefer paying utility bills online with credit cards would face a new fee.
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City Council (Regular Meeting) — April 7, 2026
The city is evaluating how to handle $1.57 million in annual credit card processing fees, mostly from utility payments. Council discussed shifting from city-absorbed department budgets to a percentage-based fee on online card payments.
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