If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably technologically
speaking, ahead of the curve. This of
course, begs the question, who is still behind the times? Interestingly enough, even the typically slow
government entities are more up-to-speed than you may think!
In fact, more and more cities and towns across the country
are accepting online payments via integrated payment gateways on the
municipality’s website. How does this affect
me, you ask? Simple! It makes your busy life a TON easier by allowing
you to pay utility bills, permit and license fees, and even your property taxes
electronically.
Some of the more tech-savvy municipalities are moving toward
hosting electronic versions of forms formerly stored as PDF’s. For residents, this means the added ease AND security of filling out permit and
license applications online, and paying the requisite fees from one secure
location online. No more printing off relevant
PDF’s, filling out the data and your credit card information, and mailing or
faxing sensitive information across unsecured channels.
Think your township or quaint village is too small for technology? Nonsense! If your teeny, tiny city isn’t yet able to accept online payments, give
your friendly City Council a nudge and let them know they could be saving a ton
of time and hassle, for little to NO COST, by offering their residents a safe
and super convenient way to pay anything from the dog’s license renewal to your
property taxes. Say hello to the future
and get your city or town on board! If
you need a hand getting their attention, feel free to give your friends at
Enliven a call…we’ll be happy to nudge them for you, so you’ll be paying your
water bill online in no time!