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DPW0623226PROMISEPAY
Utilities Administration
C. Geronimo (x2363)
Revised
Title
Authorizing the Mayor to enter into a one-year agreement with Promise Network Inc. for Department of Public Utilities accounts receivable collection services and customer affordability program management services; authorizing the expenditure of an amount not to exceed $500,000 from the Utilities Administrative Services Fund; waiving the competitive bidding requirements of T.M.C. 187; and declaring an emergency.
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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
Beginning in 2021, the City entered into an initial one-year agreement with Promise Network Inc. ("Promise") for utility accounts receivable collection services and customer affordability program management services to include a debt relief program. This ordinance will continue a partnership that is vital to helping both customers and the Division of Utilities Administration.
Promise is a financial technology company that works to implement cutting-edge technology to enhance agency efficiency and improve customer experience while enhancing the revenue of the public agency. Promise developed Promise Pay as the modern payment platform for public services. They work with utilities and other government agencies across the country.
Promise facilitates payments and grant disbursements on behalf of utilities and government agencies. Promise Pay payment plans provide customers an automated solution for adding flexibility and convenience to past due balances. Their portal allows rapid distribution of financial assistance grants from local, state and Federal sources, such as Low-Income Water Assistance Program (LIWAP). Their third-party Pledge Portal gives Community Action Organizations and other partners access to relevant account information necessary to provide relief funds.
Summary
NOW THEREFORE Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Toledo:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor is authorized to enter into a one-year agreement with...
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