The Town of Colfax has announced that March 2026 utility bills have been completed and were scheduled to be mailed Friday, Aug. 14, as officials continue efforts to bring the town’s utility billing up to date.
According to a press release issued by Mayor Timika Hamilton-Price, the bills reflect a bill date of April 1, 2026, but include a notice stating that they are for the March 2026 billing period. The due date for the March bill is Aug. 25, 2026.
Town officials said some utility bills were calculated using estimated consumption because of delays in obtaining actual meter readings. Estimates were based on each customer’s individual average consumption during the previous 12 months.
Officials noted that household utility usage can vary depending on outdoor temperatures, weather conditions and individual usage habits. As a result, some customers may have received estimates that were higher or lower than their actual consumption.
Once actual meter readings are obtained, the Town of Colfax will reconcile estimated usage with the actual readings. Customers whose usage was overestimated will receive the appropriate consumption credit on their accounts, while accounts that were underestimated will be adjusted to reflect actual consumption.
The town said the next utility bill will include necessary catch-up billing and is expected to reflect an August 2026 billing date.
“The Town understands that residents have questions and concerns regarding the billing process and appreciates everyone’s patience and understanding as we work to bring utility billing current,” the release stated.
Hamilton-Price also thanked Colfax residents for their patience, cooperation and understanding as the town works to improve its utility billing process and provide accurate and transparent information.
