Utility Billing

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COVID-19 customer support programs 

Our goal is to provide a simple and effective financial relief program for residential and commercial customers affected by the public health emergency resulting from COVID-19.

The information below is in accordance with Governor Inslee's Proclamation and effective through Dec. 31, 2020 (or until extended).

  1. No water services will be severed.
  2. Penalties and interest will not be assessed.
  3. See online simple “Self Certification” program if your affected by the COVID-19 public health emergency. Customers that certify are provided with an automatic payment arrangement for their outstanding balance.
  4. Customers not affected continue paying their utility bill.
  5. Customers with special circumstances, please contact the Utility Billing Services at 360.753.8340.

What if I can't pay my City utility bill?

Please complete the Self Certification form to have your City utility payments deferred for 60 days without interest or penalties. This is also described in item 3 above.

How will I repay my deferred payments?

The City will offer Long-Term Payment Extension Plans upon expiration of the COVID-19 emergency proclamation. The City will post more details about this program as soon as possible.

Learn about the Lifeline Rate Program

You may qualify to receive a 50% discount on your City utility bill. The Lifeline Rate program is available all year, not just during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Contact Us

Business Hours

8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday, except City recognized holidays.

Regular hours services

There is no charge for disconnect/reconnect services during business hours. Call 360.753.8333 - option 0 before 3 p.m., Monday - Friday for same day service.

After hours services

Customers will be charged $110 for after hours, non-emergency water service disconnects/reconnects. Examples include:

  • Restoring service to delinquent accounts.
  • New service for tenants and/or owners moving into a residence.
  • You must call 360.753.8340 before 5 p.m. to restore service to delinquent accounts.

Emergencies

There is no charge for emergency shutoffs. Call 360.753.8333 anytime.

Payment Options

In person

While the COVID-19 emergency is ongoing, Utility Billing payment will not be accepted in person. Customers can pay their bills online (see link above), by mail (see below), or drop an envelope with check in the drop box located outside the City Hall lobby. Checks, money orders or cashier’s check only. Do not include cash.

By mail

To pay by mail, use the return envelope provided with your statement. We accept checks, money orders, and cashier's checks. Do not mail cash. We recommend mailing payments at least 7 business days before the due date. Mail to:

City of Olympia
P.O. Box 7966
Olympia, WA 98507

Rates

Questions?

Contact Utility Billing at 360.753.8340 or olyutilities@ci.olympia.wa.us.

  • Submit a Service Request Online
  • Pay Online, Utility Bills
  • Discount Rates, Life Line Discount for Low Income, Disabled & Seniors

City Calendar

City Updates

  • City buildings are closed

    All City buildings are closed to the public through Dec. 14. Customers can still take care of most City business from home on our Online Services page.

  • Apply now: Upcoming Council vacancy

    The City Council is accepting applications for the upcoming vacancy of Councilmember position #2. Apply by 4 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2020. Get details and apply...

  • Rent assistance & Tenant protection

    Rental assistance is available for qualifying Thurston County households impacted by COVID-19. Landlords and tenants can learn more about these programs by connecting directly with the Community Action Council of Lewis Mason Thurston Counties or Community Youth Services.

    Olympia's Rental Housing Code establishes temporary protections for tenants who have fallen behind on their rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Get all of the details on our Tenant Protections page.

  • Council Meetings during COVID-19 Emergency

    City Council will continue to hold its regular meeting schedule during the coronavirus emergency, but the Council Chamber will be closed to the public. You can register to watch the meetings live via Zoom (links on our City Council page). Meeting recordings are available the following day on the City's online meeting management system.

    How to comment

    Links to Council (and Council committee) meeting packets will be posted on the City Council page when available (typically 5 days prior to meeting). Once posted, the public can sign up to speak during the public comment period of the meeting when they register to attend or submit comments on agenda items until 4 p.m. the day of the meeting. Comments can also be emailed to citycouncil@ci.olympia.wa.us.

  • Meetings

    Agendas and Minutes for City Council and most advisory committees.