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MADISON, IN.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—March 13, 2012
The Jefferson County Treasurers’ office has added credit and debit cards to the list of acceptable payment methods. An agreement with PayGOV.US will allow customers to pay at the Treasurer’s office, over the Internet (http://jeffersoncounty.in.gov ) or via 24/7 LIVE operators at (866-480-8552).

County Treasurer Linda Greene researched several dozen vendors before deciding upon Indiana based PayGOV.US. “PayGOV is known throughout Indiana Counties as a great fit for government”, explained Greene, “After an extensive search I have yet to find another company who will provide the same level of customized service while indemnifying the County. We expect to work with them for years to come.” PayGOV.US is the preferred vendor for Indiana municipal government.

PayGOV.US, a leading provider of electronic payment options based in Indianapolis, Indiana and 2009 Indiana Companies to Watch Award Winner, has similar agreements with government entities and utilities in over 25 states.

For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

ALEXANDRIA, Indiana.–(BUSINESS WIRE)— February 10th, 2012

The City of Alexandria has moved forward on a plan to expand customer payment options. Residents now can enjoy the convenience of paying their Utility bills online. To pay online simply go to (http://www.alexandriaindiana.net/). Credit and Debit card payments can also be made by phone (866-480-8552) or in person at the Utility Office.

Understanding the financial struggles many residents face the City has been reviewing measures to reduce expenditures while improving customer service. One improvement that made sense was to start accepting Credit and Debit Cards. Unfortunately, there are expensive fees involved with accepting electronic payments. Unable to absorb the cost, but determined to find a solution, the City reached out to other Cities and Towns for ideas. Overwhelmingly, PayGOV was recommended as the way to go.

Both Mayor Jack Woods and Clerk-Treasurer Jan Lynch are to be commended for their efforts in serving residents. “The addition of credit cards has been a desire for a long time, and I’m extremely happy to report that the City continues to improve upon our goal of providing accurate, timely, and efficient customer service,” explained Mayor Woods.

For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.

by Jonathan Stoops

FISHERS, Indiana.–(BUSINESS WIRE)— February 14th, 2012
The Town of Fishers has moved forward to significantly expand customer payment options. Residents can now enjoy the convenience of paying their Utility bills online. To pay online go to (http://www.fishers.in.us/). Credit and Debit card payments can also be made by phone (866-480-8552) or in person at the Utility Office.

Understanding the financial struggles many residents face the Town has been reviewing measures to reduce expenditures while improving customer service. One improvement that made sense was to start accepting Credit and Debit Cards. Unfortunately, there are expensive fees involved with accepting electronic payments. Unable to absorb the cost, but determined to find a solution, the Town reached out to other Cities and Towns for ideas. Overwhelmingly, PayGOV was recommended as the way to go. PayGOV (www.paygov.us) is the chosen vendor for Indiana Cities and Towns.

Scarlet Ammerman is to be commended for her efforts to serve residents. “The addition of credit cards has been a long time coming, and I’m extremely happy to report that the Town continues to improve upon our goal of providing accurate, courteous, and easy customer service,” explained Mrs. Ammerman. “Residents have continually requested this particular customer service upgrade, and our staff worked diligently to implement this improvement with no cost to the Town. We’re happy to start the year off on such a positive note.”

The Town is the first to offer mobile payment options via PayGOV. Residents will have the option of paying using their smart phone utilizing QR code technology along with the payment methods listed above.
For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

VALPARAISO, IN.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—March 09, 2012

The Porter County Recorders’ office took a step forward in customer convenience with the addition of credit and debit cards to the list of acceptable payment methods. An agreement with Indianapolis based PayGOV.US will allow customers to pay at the Recorder’s office, over the Internet (http://www.porterco.org ) or via 24/7 LIVE operators at (866-480-8552).

County Recorder Jon Miller made the decision after researching dozens of providers. Miller ultimately decided upon an Indiana based vendor. “ I was impressed by their “hands on” approach”, explained Miller, “ They have a reputation for excellence in service and reliability. And with the Convenience Fee program the County is able to offer electronic payments without paying the cost.” PayGOV.US is the preferred vendor for Indiana municipal government.

PayGOV.US, a leading provider of electronic payment options based in Indianapolis, Indiana and 2009 Indiana Companies to Watch Award Winner, has similar agreements with government entities and utilities in over 20 states.

For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

KENDALLVILLE, IN.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—November 29th, 2011

The City of Kendallville has taken a significant step forward in customer convenience by entering an agreement with PayGOV.US. Citizens are now able to pay their Utility Payments by credit or debit card at the Utility office, over the Internet (http://www.kendallville-in.org/ ) or via 24/7 LIVE operators at (866-480-8552).

Kendallville Clerk/Treasurer Sheryl Hanes chose PayGOV after dozens of Indiana Clerk/Treasurers referred the company. Impressed by their “hands on” approach, Ms. Hanes met with PayGOV representatives Michael Hiatt and Jonathan Stoops to develop a program for residents. Accepting electronic payments has been a goal for many years but the costs involved were prohibitive. “Their Convenience Fee Program was a significant factor in their selection,” explained Ms. Hanes. “There are no costs to the City to operate the system. Only people who pay their bills via the service are assessed a small convenience fee. PayGOV is an Indiana company and the leading provider of these services to Indiana Cities and Towns.”

PayGOV.US, a leading provider of electronic payment options based in Indianapolis, Indiana and 2009 Indiana Companies to Watch Award Winner, has similar agreements with government entities and utilities in over 20 states.

For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

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WINFIELD, IN.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—November 29th, 2011

The Town of Winfield moved forward with an agreement to accept credit/debit cards for Utility payments. The move expands payment options in person, over the Internet (http://www.winfieldgov.com/) or phone at (866-480-8552).

PayGOV is the premier provider of electronic payment acceptance to Indiana Cities and Towns. A focus on innovation and personalization has kept PayGOV at the front of their industry. Jonathan Stoops (COO) credits their success with their ability to adapt quickly and overcome adversity. “You can’t do today’s job with yesterday’s methods and be in business tomorrow”, asserted Mr. Stoops, “Our business is not to get ahead of others, but to get ahead of ourselves.” Clerk/Treasurer Richard Anderson added, “We are pleased to have found PayGOV. Accepting additional options for payment to the Town has been a long term goal. Now, it is a reality.”

PayGOV.US, a leading provider of electronic payment options based in Indianapolis, Indiana and 2009 Indiana Companies to Watch Award Winner, has similar agreements with government entities and utilities in over 20 states.

For more information contact Michael Hiatt at mhiatt@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

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MADISON, Indiana.–(BUSINESS WIRE)— February 17th, 2012
The City of Madison has moved forward on a plan to dramatically expand customer payment options. Residents now can enjoy the convenience of paying their Utility bills online and over the phone. To pay online simply go to (http://madison-in.gov/) Credit and Debit card payments can also be made by phone (866-480-8552).

Understanding the financial struggles many residents face the City has been reviewing measures to reduce expenditures while improving customer service. One improvement that made sense was to start accepting Credit and Debit Cards online. Unfortunately, there are expensive fees involved with accepting electronic payments. Unable to absorb the additional cost, but determined to find a solution, the City searched for another way. PayGOV was recommended as the way to go. PayGOV (www.paygov.us) is the chosen vendor for Indiana Cities and Towns.

Madison Water Utility Office Manager Brian Jackson led the effort to expand service. “The addition of credit card acceptance online has been a long time coming, and I’m extremely happy to report that the City continues to improve upon our goal of providing accurate and polite customer service,” explained Mr. Jackson. “Citizens have repeatedly requested this specific customer service upgrade, and our staff worked diligently to implement this improvement with no cost to the City. We’re excited to start the year off on the right foot.”

For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

PayGOV LLC (www.paygov.us) announced today that Conrad citizens are now able to pay utility payments by credit or debit card at the Utility office, over the Internet (http://www.paygov.us ) or via 24/7 LIVE operators at 1-866-480-8552. Conrad is the latest Montana municipality to offer electronic payments. They join Columbus, Ennis, Laurel, Hardin and West Yellowstone along with hundreds of other municipalities.

The City understands many residents face financial struggles and that we are in the midst of a difficult economy. In order to remain sustainable it is vital that every avenue be explored to limit municipal costs while increasing revenue collection. The City is continually reviewing expenditures and cost savings initiatives to better service their citizens.

Special recognition must be conferred to Mayor Wendy Judisch who is spearheading the effort to modernize the Utility Department . “We have been reviewing our options to offer electronic payments for quite some time. Until now the service was considered cost prohibitive,” explained Mayor Judisch. “We chose PayGOV because of their superior reputation for customer service. We needed a program that could be provided at no cost to the City. PayGOV meets these needs by assessing a nominal convenience fee paid only by users of the program. The program is being piloted in the Utility Office before we consider possible expansion to other departments.”

PayGOV.US, a leading provider of electronic payment options based in Indianapolis, Indiana and 2009 Indiana Companies to Watch Award Winner, has similar agreements with government entities and utilities in over 20 states.

KIRKLIN, Indiana.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—June 29th, 2011

PayGOV.US LLC (www.paygov.us) reported that the Kirklin, Indiana and PayGOV have entered into an agreement. Citizens are now capable of paying their obligations by credit or debit card. This service is offered online (http://www.paygov.us ) or via 24/7 LIVE operators (866-480-8552). The service extends the Town’s ability to serve constituents with payment acceptance 24 hours a day. Kirklin joins hundreds of Indiana municipalities working with PayGOV.

Mary King, Town Clerk/Treasurer, was instrumental in taking the steps necessary to modernize the office. After a thorough analysis of prospective vendors, Mrs. King discovered an Indiana-based company known for their service.

“I’m pleased to say we now offer electronic payments,” King explained. “This option meets the needs of convenience for our citizens, without any cost to the Town!”

For more information contact Jonathan Stoops at jstoops@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.
PayGOV.US assesses a nominal convenience fee processing these transactions. American Express®, MasterCard ®, Discover ® and VISA ® along with debit cards carrying a MasterCard ® or Visa ® are accepted by the program. Citizens using credit cards with bonus rewards programs can, depending on their card’s program, earn rewards, points, and cash-back on airline frequent flyer miles.

PayGOV.US LLC (www.paygov.us) announced that Butte County, California Sheriffs’ Department now manage and reconcile payments with Independence®. Independence® is a state of the art financial transaction management system designed around the needs of Law Enforcement. Butte County is the first stage of a larger program to expand the system throughout California and later the United States.

This development represents an expansion of PayGOV services currently being provided to the County. As a County vendor for several years PayGOV has consistently proven their solution to be the best value. Other solutions reviewed proved too costly and limited in functionality.

Designed for both small and large scale organizations, this user-friendly financial managerial solution is completely customizable and offers flexibility to manage and maintain: accounting record; transaction record; inventory management; and other accounting entries in real time. Application generates business accounting reports and other business reports.

“Security is a primary factor in the selection of a financial management program.” Explained Michael Hiatt, PayGOV CEO and Owner, “From conception, Independence® was built with security and reliability in mind. A robust product off the shelf, it is completely scalable with dynamic modules to address the day to day realities of any office.”

With the successful installation behind them PayGOV is moving forward with Phase II of the scheduled implementation of California counties.

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PayGOV.US is a leading provider of electronic payments and financial solutions based in Indianapolis, Indiana.
For more information contact Michael Hiatt at mhiatt@paygov.us or 1-866-480-8552.