Welcome To
City of Clinton
Welcome to Clinton, Kentucky!
The City of Clinton is a home-rule class city and proudly serves as the county seat of Hickman County. Our city is governed by a Mayor and six Councilmembers, working together to serve our community.
We’re here to make city services simple and accessible. Use this website to pay your utility bills, access important forms, stay informed, and find answers to your questions.
How Can We Help You Today?
- Pay My Bill
- Start or Stop Service
- View Forms & Applications
- Contact City Hall
Pay Your Bill Online
Click the “Pay Online” button above to access our secure payment portal. From there, you can easily:
- Make a one-time payment
- Enroll in AutoPay
- View your account history and past usage
- Update and manage your account information
Utility Billing Reminder
- Wastewater and garbage services are due by the last day of each month.
- Late payments may result in service interruption, so we encourage you to pay on time or reach out if you need assistance.
What You Can Pay Through the City of Clinton?
We’re here to help you take care of several city-related services and fees, including:
- City of Clinton Wastewater & Garbage
- New Commonwealth Natural Gas
- City of Clinton Property Tax
- City of Clinton Occupational Tax
- Municipal Insurance Premium Tax
- Business Licenses
- ABC Regulatory Fees & Licenses
Important Information
- Natural gas services are billed through New Commonwealth Natural Gas.
- While the City of Clinton accepts payments as a convenience, we do not manage gas billing accounts.
Frequently asked questions
Utility Billing and Payments
Utility bills for wastewater and garbage services are sent out monthly.
Your bill is due by the date listed on your statement.
Payments received after that date may be subject to late fees.
We offer several convenient ways to pay:
- Cash (in person at City Hall)
- Check or Money Order
- Debit/Credit Card (online or in office)
- ACH (Automatic Bank Draft)
You can also pay online anytime by clicking the “Pay Online” button on our homepage.
Online payments may include a small processing fee charged by the payment provider (not the City).
Signing up is simple!
- Complete an ACH Authorization Form
- Return it to City Hall with a voided check
There is no fee to enroll, and drafts are processed on the last business day of each month.
Wastewater and garbage services are billed together and must be paid in full each month.
If your account becomes past due:
- Late fees will be applied
- Service interruption may occur
- Water service may be disconnected through Water Service Corporation of Kentucky
- Garbage containers may be removed
A $100 reconnection fee will be required before services can be restored.
Starting or Stopping Service
Getting started is easy—we’re happy to help!
To begin utility service, simply give us a call or stop by City Hall:
Phone: (270) 653-6419
Address:
112 S. Jefferson Street
Clinton, KY 42031
Our staff will walk you through the process and get your account set up.
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
If you need to stop service, please contact City Hall at least 24 hours in advance of your requested disconnect date.
We’ll take care of the rest and make sure everything is handled smoothly.
Garbage Collection
Garbage pickup for residential customers takes place on Wednesdays.
If your garbage was missed, please give us a call at (270) 653-6419 and we’ll be happy to help get it taken care of.
If your regular pickup day falls on a holiday, collection may be delayed.
We’ll keep you updated with any changes on our website and Facebook page, so be sure to check there for the latest information.
Natural Gas Service
Yes. The City of Clinton accepts payments for natural gas services as a convenience to our residents.
Natural gas services are provided and billed through New Commonwealth Natural Gas.
Your safety comes first.
If you smell gas or suspect a leak:
- Call 911 immediately
- Then contact the gas provider at (270) 335-3116
Please do not wait—gas leaks can be dangerous and should be reported right away.
Business & Licensing
Yes. Any business operating within the City of Clinton must obtain an Occupational License.
We’re here to help make the process simple, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions.
You can pick up forms in one of two easy ways:
- Visit the Forms page on our website
- Stop by City Hall and we’ll be glad to assist you
For current licensing fees or questions about your specific business, please contact City Hall at (270) 653-6419.
Taxes & Payroll
Payroll tax forms are available on the Forms page of our website.
If you need assistance completing your forms, feel free to contact City Hall—we’re happy to help.
Payments can be made in person at City Hall or by mail to:
City of Clinton
P.O. Box 303
Clinton, KY 42031
Meetings & Public Records
City Council meetings are typically held on the first Monday of each month.
If there are any changes or special meetings, notices will be posted in advance—so be sure to check our website or contact City Hall for updates.
Public Records Requests can be submitted in writing to the City Clerk at City Hall, in accordance with Kentucky Open Records laws (KRS 61.870).
If you have questions about the process, we’re happy to help—just reach out to City Hall.