Utility Bill Pay Options
While we accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover debit cards, please note our payment system will process the payment as a credit.
*3% processing fee or minimum of $1.25 will be applied to all credit card payments
Paying In-Person
Residents also can pay their bills in person with cash, check, or charge card*. VISA, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted. In-person payments can be made at the City Clerk's Office located at 1901 4th Street, Peru, IL 61354 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays to Fridays.
*3% processing fee or minimum of $1.25 will be applied to all credit card payments
By Mail or Drop Box
Residents can also mail their payments to the address listed above or they can place their payments in the drop box, which is located in drive up off of Fulton Street between 4th and 5th Street.
Draft Pay
Residents can sign up to have their payment drafted from a checking/savings account by the city. This form of payment requires filling out an authorization form below with banking information and/or attaching a voided check or providing documentation from your bank.
Online Account Access (E Pay)
Pay your utility bill with Online Bill Pay, which allows users to view usage, billing and payment history for the most recent year. New accounts can be created after you pay your first bill. If you're a first-time user, click on Utility Billing, select Sign in or sign up. Register your account. Residents can also sign up for paperless billing.
If you don't wish to creat an account, you can make a one-time immediate payment here using your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover*.
Residents who experience any issues while processing can contact the the City Clerk's Office at (815) 223-0061 or email[email protected]
*3% processing fee or minimum of $1.25 will be applied to all credit card payments
