Unpaid federal workers can pay their city bills 'at a later date' in Oakland County

By: Simon Shaykhet for WXYZ.com

As a result of the federal shutdown, local leaders are standing up to help those affected.

In Ferndale, Mayor Dave Coulter says all city bills including taxes and water bills will be collected at a later date for federal workers not receiving a paycheck. Also, payment plans are being made available.

In Oakland County, Treasurer Andy Meisner says he is also offering payment plans and delayed options for those who owe unpaid taxes and are federal employees without a paycheck. Read More