City launches ‘Help Keep the Lights On’ campaign

Help keep your neighbors in cozy and lit houses this holiday season.

The city of San Marcos launched the “Help Keep the Lights On” campaign on GivingTuesday, according to a Facebook post. The inaugural citywide call to support the San Marcos Utility Payment Assistance Program began Dec. 2. and donations will be accepted for “one full week to help qualifying residents stay current on their utility bills and avoid service disruptions.”

The city of San Marcos website states that donations will go to residents with at least one SMTX Utilities account but may also receive services from Centerpoint Energy, Pedernales Electric or Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative.