Low income homeowners 62 years of age or older, may qualify for a 30% reduction in their utility bill and free garbage service. Low income homeowners or tenants under 62 years of age may qualify for free garbage service.
Information about the Senior Discount and/or Free Garbage Program and a downloadable application are available at www.cityofmlt.com/162, then click “Financial Assistance” on the side menu. Or contact our Utility Billing Department at utilitybilling@ci.mlt.wa.us or call (425) 744-6214.
Utility customers must meet the income guidelines stated on the application, reside at the Mountlake Terrace residence, and have a utility account. The city qualifies “Low Income” at 140% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. A list of acceptable documents to verify income are available on the back page of the application. Completed applications including proof of income or non-income must be received at City Hall, Utility Billing, no later than April 30, 2018. Incomplete applications cannot be approved.
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