The City of Elk Grove’s Lifeline Rate Assistance program is available to residents who are currently enrolled in SMUD’s Energy Assistance Program. Photo courtesy of the City of Elk Grove

ELK GROVE, CA (MPG) - Some Elk Grove households enrolled in SMUD’s Energy Assistance Program may also qualify for a 20% discount on the garbage portion of their city utility bill.

The City of Elk Grove’s Lifeline Rate Assistance program is available to residents who are currently enrolled in SMUD’s Energy Assistance Program. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

To apply, residents must complete the city’s Rate Assistance application and provide a copy of their current SMUD bill to verify enrollment in the energy assistance program.

Completed applications and supporting documents can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to City of Elk Grove, Cashier Services — Rate Assistance, 8401 Laguna Palms Way, Elk Grove, CA 95758.

The discount applies specifically to the garbage portion of a household’s utility bill.

Participation in the assistance program does not change other requirements associated with the account. Customers remain responsible for any applicable deposits and late fees, and accounts may still be subject to service suspension for nonpayment.

Residents interested in applying can download the Rate Assistance application through the City of Elk Grove’s website. Information about SMUD’s Energy Assistance Program is also available through SMUD for households that want to determine whether they qualify for that program.

The city encourages eligible residents already receiving SMUD energy assistance to apply for the additional garbage service discount.