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1. For what bills or invoices do you accept electronic payments?

We accept electronic payments for utility bills, property tax bills, parking tickets, City of Henderson invoices, boat launch fees, HART bus tokens, and cemetery charges. We currently do not accept electronic payments for occupational license tax payments.

2. How can I get more information about electronic payments?

If you have any questions please give us a call at (270) 831-1200.

3. How do I make a payment by telephone?

Dial the toll free number, (844) 272-9468, entity code: 100199 and follow the operator prompts for the type of payment that you wish to make.

4. How will my payment be confirmed?

The City of Henderson receives immediate confirmation of payments made via the Internet and payments made over the phone. You will receive a confirmation number of the successful payment at time of the transaction. For questions about your payment, contact an account representative at (270) 831-1200, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

5. I have received a utility disconnect notice for being behind on my bill. Can I still pay online and have my payment posted in time?

We recommend that you make your payment at the Municipal Center at 222 First Street, by use of cash, check, or debit card. We will be able to post the payment to the account immediately and remove you from the disconnect list. Payments of this type must be made prior to the final payment due date listed on the disconnect notice. Additionally, you can make an electronic payment online or by phone (844) 272-9468 Entity Code 100199. Once payment has been made, you should contact an account representative at (270) 831-1200 with your payment confirmation number to prevent your service from being disconnected or to re-establish service if it has already been disconnected. The electronic payment must cover the entire past due amount. Additional reconnection fees may apply.

6. Is the City of Henderson getting any part of the convenience fee?

The City of Henderson does not receive any part of the convenience fee. Paymentus is an independent company that provides a service for City of Henderson customers.

7. What information will I need to make an electronic payment?

Please have your billing and payment information close by as you will need both to make a payment. Review this table to determine what information you will need from your bill or invoice.

8. What is the amount of the convenience fee?

The convenience fee will be collected in addition to the bill payment total. The amount of the fee varies according to the type of bill being paid. Refer to this chart to determine the fee amount.

9. Why is a convenience fee required?

Charge card companies charge businesses, like the City of Henderson, a percentage of the payment for processing services. In fairness to all of our customers, we need to ensure that the customers who want the convenience of paying with a charge card pay for the service. The City of Henderson does not profit from this service.

There are other low cost or no-cost means to pay your City of Henderson bill, including automatic bank drafts, checks, or placing a payment in our drop box at the Municipal Center (City Building) or using our new drop box located in the Welcome Center parking lot.

10. What is an automatic bank draft and how do I sign up for this payment plan to pay my utility bill?

Another popular method of payment is our Automatic Payment Plan (ACH). It can only be used to pay your utility bill. With this plan, a monthly bill will still be mailed to you (it will be marked "Paid by Bank Draft"). On your due date the funds will be drawn from your checking or savings account. It's great for people on the go! Download the Auto Pay Authorization form now, or pick one up at the Municipal Building. You can also request to have the form mailed to you by calling (270) 831-1200. There are no additional fees to use this payment option.