Can I pay my utility bill with a credit card?
Yes. You can call 209-388-7289 to use our automated system. The system can also fax you a payment and billing history if requested.
I have a complaint about my water, sewer, refuse bill. Please contact the Finance Department at 209-385-6841 or by e-mail at utilitybillinginquiry@cityofmerced.org.
I want a copy of the city budget You can print a copy of the budget from the following link or you can obtain a copy at the Civic Center at the City Clerk's office.
I want to contest a Parking Ticket
Submit a written letter, or a completed copy of the “Request for Administrative Review – Investigation of Parking Violation", with supporting documentation, such as pictures, drawings, etc. detailing the appeal, within 21 days of the citation's issue date.
Send all letters and documentation to:
City of Merced
Citation Processing Center
PO Box 10479
Newport Beach, Ca 92658-0479
The "penalty clock" stops until the citation is reviewed. There will be no additional penalties assessed during the review period. No appeals will be accepted after the citation liens
I want to report a water leak During business hours please call 209-385-6800. After hours please call the Police Deptarment non-emergency number, 209-385-6912.
I would like to have my utility payments automatically taken out of my checking account.
You can sign up for Bank drafting by filling out the Bank Draft Form and returning it to us with a voided check.
My trash can was missed today, who do I call? Please call the Public Works office at 209-385-6800.
My water bill is wrong. Please contact the Finance Department at 209-385-6841. We will be happy to assist with any questions you might have.
What are the hours for the Finance department counter? Our counter is open from 10 AM to 5 PM Monday thru Friday.
When am I billed for my utility services and when are my payments due? Utility bills are mailed monthly to City of Merced residents and payments are due upon receipt of the bill.
The City has been divided into two billing cycles. If you receive your bill at the beginning of the month then your payment is due by the 20th of each month. If you receive your bill in the middle of the month then your payment is due by the 5th of each month.