Municipal Merchant
The ability to accept credit cards is probably one of the most convenient features
a local public entity can offer their taxpayers. It provides them with the same
type of service now offered by the majority of companies and a payment method that
they are now accustomed to using.
Credit card processing of payments also provides an easy way for public sector entities
to immediately increase and speed revenue collection, reduce operational costs,
and raise departmental productivity.
Recent changes now allow municipal utilities to pass along most fees commonly associated
with credit card processing.
Three Ways To Pay
AlphaDog Solutions unique credit card processing system for public sector clients
offers three methods of accepting payments:
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Municipal Merchant™ Online |
- A link on an existing website
- Customer is accessed an internet convenience fee
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Municipal Merchant™ Payment Kiosk |
- Payments processed via the Internet
- No staff accepts or handles the customer’s card
- Permitted to assess an internet convenience fee
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Municipal Merchant™ Terminal |
- Credit Card terminal located at the counter
- A staff member interacts directly with the customer
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Municipal Merchant Info
Receive 100%* of Your Municipal Fee:
- Payee incurs any additional credit card fees
- Municipal Bank Account credited daily for full amount
- No fees directly removed from municipal accounts
- No credit check required
- No personal guarantee required
Bookkeeping:
- No additional bookkeeping / accounting required
- Invoiced once a month for credit card fees collected
- Voucher, PO, and Bill-List our invoice rather than incurring automatic deductions
Integrate with Existing Website:
- Streamlined functionality that is user-friendly
- Once a user profile is established, no need to repeat entries
Benefits to Taxpayers:
- Credit cards provide additional payment option
- Residents can pay immediately rather than incur late fees
Save Money and Increase Efficiency:
- Reduce outbound postage
- Reduce data entry time and collection costs
*In most cases, the municipality receives 100% of their municipal fee. In a small amount of cases, minor incremental fees may be incurred.
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Anatomy of a Municipal Merchant Kiosk
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