Paying bills is a necessary evil. But with the City of Shafter’s online bill pay system, you can simplify and automate utility bill payment. Read on to learn how Shafter’s Online BillPay service makes managing bills a breeze.
What is Online BillPay?
Online BillPay is a web-based system that lets Shafter residents view and pay their utility bills online. With Online BillPay you can
- Check your account balances
- View current and past utility bills
- Make one-time debit/credit card payments
- Set up recurring auto-pay
- Go paperless with e-bills
Online BillPay provides a convenient way to manage your City of Shafter utility billing completely online No more mailing payments or tracking down paper bills
Benefits of Online Bill Pay
Shafter’s Online BillPay system offers several advantages:
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Convenience – Pay bills online 24/7. Access account info anytime.
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Ease of use – Simple online portal to view/pay bills. User-friendly platform.
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Savings – Go paperless with e-bills to save on postage. Avoid late fees with auto-pay.
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Control – Manage bills on your own schedule. Pay one-time or set up recurring.
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Security – Secure payment processing protects your information.
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Accessibility – Pay bills anywhere with internet access. Use computer, phone or tablet.
With Online BillPay, bill management is under your control. Pay at your convenience without the hassles of conventional bill payment.
How to Enroll in Online BillPay
Signing up for Online BillPay is quick and easy:
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Visit Shafter Online BillPay site.
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Click “Register” to create your online account.
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Enter your account number, email, phone number and password.
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Agree to the terms of use.
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Verify your email address by clicking the activation link sent.
Once your account is activated, you can immediately begin using Online BillPay to view balances, make payments, set up auto-pay and more! Manage all your Shafter utilities in one convenient place.
Making Online Payments
Online BillPay offers flexibility in how you pay your Shafter utility bills:
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One-time payments – Pay individual bills as needed by credit/debit card.
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Auto-pay – Set up recurring payments from credit card or bank account.
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Partial payments – Pay a portion of your balance due.
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Full payments – Cover your entire account balance with one payment.
You’re in full control to pay however best suits your needs – one-time, recurring, partial or full payments. Online BillPay handles the rest!
eBill Paperless Billing
Go green with Online BillPay’s paperless eBilling option. Instead of mailed paper bills, you’ll receive email notifications when your eBill is ready to view.
Benefits of going paperless include:
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Access eBills instantly online.
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Avoid clutter from paper bills.
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No more waiting for snail mail.
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Save money on stamps & envelopes.
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Reduce environmental impact.
Switching to paperless billing is easy and eco-friendly! Sign up for eBill notifications anytime under “My Profile”.
Supported Payment Methods
Online BillPay accepts the following payment types:
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Credit/debit cards – Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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eChecks – Use checking account and routing number
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Auto-pay – Checking account or credit card
Whichever payment method you choose, transactions are secure and processed via leading payment processors.
Access Online BillPay Anywhere
The beauty of Online BillPay is that you can access it anywhere, anytime:
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Desktop – Pay bills on your laptop or PC.
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Mobile – Use your smartphone or tablet to pay on the go.
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Anywhere – Manage bills from home, office, or anywhere with internet.
Online BillPay puts bill payment right at your fingertips 24/7/365. Pay bills whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you.
Exceptional Customer Service
If you need help with Online BillPay, Shafter’s customer service team is ready to assist:
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Email – [email protected]
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Phone – (661) 746-5002
Friendly reps can answer questions, provide bill pay assistance, help with enrollment, and more.
Streamline Bill Management
Don’t waste time with conventional paper bills and manual payments. Enroll in the City of Shafter’s Online BillPay to simplify utility bill management.
With its convenience, flexibility and top-notch customer service, Online BillPay lets you take control of bill payment. Reduce clutter, avoid late fees, and set up recurring auto-pay for peace of mind that your bills are always paid on time.
Sign up for Online BillPay today and make bill payment easy, automatic, and hassle-free!
Sign up for Service
Collect the required documents (Linked Here).
Contact the Finance Department either by phone (661) 746-5001 or in person (336 Pacific Ave.)
You will be asked to present your documents, complete an application and pay a $20 Application fee. If you are a renter a deposit will be required; please call the office for deposit information. Payable by cash, check or money order, to activate your service.