Write off $1.4 million in unpaid debts owed to the city
In Plain English
The city has $1.4 million in old debts that residents and businesses never paid for services like utilities, permits, or fines. These accounts are now considered impossible to collect after repeated attempts. Writing them off removes the unpaid amounts from the city's books while allowing continued collection efforts.
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Votes
Approve the write-off of delinquent, uncollectable accounts receivable in the amount of $1,402,944.88 and request a report in 90 days
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved writing off $1.4 million in unpaid debts that the city has been unable to collect from residents and businesses. These old debts include unpaid utility bills, permit fees, and fines that the city has repeatedly tried to collect but now considers impossible to recover. Writing off these accounts is a routine accounting practice that cleans up the city's books while still allowing staff to pursue collection if opportunities arise. The council also requested a report in 90 days on the city's debt collection efforts.
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