No Result
View All Result
SUBSCRIBE
The Upper Middle
  • All News
    • Business
    • Commentary
    • Community
    • Culture
    • Education
    • Events
    • Family
    • Food & Drink
    • Lifestyle & Fitness
    • Local News
    • Real Estate
  • Business Directory
The Upper Middle
  • All News
    • Business
    • Commentary
    • Community
    • Culture
    • Education
    • Events
    • Family
    • Food & Drink
    • Lifestyle & Fitness
    • Local News
    • Real Estate
  • Business Directory
No Result
View All Result
SUBSCRIBE
The Upper Middle
No Result
View All Result

Arizona’s Power Will Stay On During Coronavirus Outbreak

  • March 27, 2020
  • theumphx
  • The Upper Middle

Arizona’s governor and the state’s largest utilities have agreed to keep the lights turned on for the duration of the coronavirus emergency.

Under an electric utility relief package announced Thursday by Gov. Doug Ducey, Arizona Public Service Co., Salt River Project, Tucson Electric Power and six electric cooperatives have agreed to continue providing electricity to homes, hospitals and businesses without cutting power for those unable to pay.

According to an announcement, the agreement covers the following:

  • No customer will have power to their home shut off during the remainder of the crisis for inability to pay.
  • No penalties, late fees or interest will be assessed during this time.
  • The utility companies will work with their customers to provide flexible options for payment, as well as guidance and choice of rate and payment plans. Customer service representatives will work with customers desiring to switch plans during this time if they no longer feel their current plan is the best option.
  • Customer service representatives are available for individualized service to the hospitals and health care providers during this time.
  • The utilities will work with one another across the state during the emergency to provide resources and coverage for one another to ensure continued reliable service.

“Responding to COVID-19 and supporting Arizonans impacted will require a whole-of-state approach,” Ducey said in a statement. “This agreement includes important measures to make sure families, businesses and healthcare facilities continue to have access to reliable electricity throughout this public health emergency.”

The utilities committed more than $3 million to community support and to help customers facing financial hardships brought on by the coronavirus crisis. They’ve also pushed for more federal funding to help low-income customers struggling to pay bills.

Coronavirus relief legislation passed March 25 by the U.S. Senate includes more than $11 million in bill assistance for Arizonans, the announcement said. Those needing utility assistance can find more information at ArizonaTogether.org.

On Thursday, SRP announced its board approved $1.25 million to help residential and small-business customers in its service area unable to pay their electric bills because of the pandemic.

The money includes $500,000 for Wildfire — formerly the Arizona Community Action Agency — that the agency will distribute to those in need; $500,000 for several nonprofit groups to provide community assistance for needs related to the COVID-19 outbreak; and $250,000 to support small businesses.

“More than 80% of local nonprofits are already feeling the effects of this health crisis,” SRP President David Rousseau said in a statement. “It is important that SRP and others step up to the plate at this difficult time and provide assistance to the communities and customers we serve that will help improve lives.”

Click here for more information.

Sponsored Ad

RECENT NEWS

Expedia Launches New Feature That Turns Instagram Reels into Bookable Trips

Krispy Kreme Launches Limited-Edition PAC-MAN Doughnuts to Celebrate 45th Anniversary

Two Arizona Landmarks Named to 2025 List of Most Endangered Historic Places

Uncrustables® Launches First-Ever Limited-Edition Flavor: Peanut Butter & Mixed Berry Spread Sandwiches Debut Nationwide This Summer

Waymo’s Expansion Brings More Driverless Cars to Phoenix Neighborhoods Like Arcadia and North Central

Phoenix–Paris Takes Off: Air France Expands Sky Harbor Service to Five Weekly Flights

Next Post
NYC Doctor On The Frontline Talks About How To Protect Your Family

NYC Doctor On The Frontline Talks About How To Protect Your Family

Fose + McKay Fose + McKay Fose + McKay
The Upper Middle Phoenix
The Upper Middle Phoenix (The UM) is your go-to source for local news, events, business updates, and culture in Arcadia, North Central Phoenix, and Biltmore. We also cover Paradise Valley and Downtown Phoenix, bringing you the latest on food & drink, real estate, outdoor activities, and community happenings.
Connecting the Upper Middle Neighborhoods of Phoenix - Arcadia, Biltmore, North Central

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

SUBSCRIBE

©2025 The Upper Middle 1801 East Camelback Road, Suite 201, Phoenix, AZ 85016 / 602.222.4700 / [email protected] 

Max Fose – Publisher | Privacy Policy | Advertise With Us | Media Kit | About The Upper Middle Phoenix

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • All News
    • Business
    • Commentary
    • Community
    • Culture
    • Education
    • Events
    • Family
    • Food & Drink
    • Lifestyle & Fitness
    • Local News
    • Real Estate
  • Business Directory
Connecting the Upper Middle Neighborhoods of Phoenix - Arcadia, Biltmore, North Central

©2025 The Upper Middle 1801 East Camelback Road, Suite 201, Phoenix, AZ 85016 / 602.222.4700 / [email protected]