If you live in a household with one family member who is 64 years or older, as shown by a birth certificate, school records, military discharge documents, or other supporting documentation acceptable to the Town of Meeker, you may qualify for a reduced water rate during the months of May through September.  Eligible households receive the first 8,000 gallons of water free each month (savings of $24.00 per month).  Usage over 8,000 gallons per month will be billed at the rate of $1.55 cents per 1,000 gallons. See Town of Meeker Fee Schedule for current rates.

To qualify, the total gross income of all residents in the household (including investments and retirement income) must be less than $2,222.54 per month -OR- $26,670.48 per year as evidenced by federal income tax returns for all household members for the year 2023.  If you are not required to file an income tax return, please provide copies of all non-taxable income received by the household for the year 2023.

If you have been previously enrolled in this program the Town has your proof of age on file and will only require that you provide proof of taxable and non-taxable income. To qualify for the program for the month of May, please provide the town with the required information no later than May 20, 2024.   If you miss the May deadline you may qualify for the reduction beginning in June if the required information is filed with the Town no later than June 20, 2024.

Download the application here: Senior Water Rates Application If you have questions or need more information, please call (970)878-5344.