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Henefer to begin collection steps after $29,000 in overdue utility bills
Summary
Council members heard that about 10% of Henefer households owe roughly $29,000 in overdue utility bills and directed staff to begin with warning letters giving residents 30 days to pay or make contact before water shutoffs.
HENEFER, Utah — The Henefer Town Council on Feb. 3 heard that about 10% of the town’s households have overdue utility bills totaling approximately $29,000 and agreed to begin a stepped collection process starting with warning letters.
Meeting minutes show council members discussed a range of options, including encouraging residents to set up auto‑pay, establishing a time limit before water shutoffs, and providing multiple methods to notify residents of delinquent bills. Staff member Mason Kjar suggested varied communication channels; staff member Ty Bailey proposed showing on bills a dollar amount that signals the town’s willingness to work with residents who demonstrate good‑faith payments.
Without recording a formal motion to adopt a specific ordinance, the council directed staff to start the process by sending warning letters and giving recipients 30 days to pay or make payment arrangements to avoid shutoff. The minutes do not list the names of individual account holders or itemize how much of the $29,000 is long‑term versus recent delinquency.
Council members said they want to provide residents with options and clear communication before moving to service termination.
