Alliant Energy offering assistance as shutoff moratorium ends
Iowa law prohibits utility companies from shutting off gas or electricity for qualified low-income customers between Nov. 1 and April 1 every year, but now that the moratorium has ended, Alliant Energy Assistance Lead Veronica Stober said the company, which serves the city of Marshalltown, still has resources available for those who are struggling financially. “What we’re doing is we’re recommending that if you’re someone who has a past due balance or maybe you’re struggling with your current bill, get in contact with us. We’ve got options available for them,” she said. ...