Can you negotiate the water bill with the city?

[Chrystian Tapia]

I recently purchased a property at the judicial auction, so I inherited the past due water bill as well. Its about $2,000 plus a reconnection fee. Its my first investment, so I'm trying to figure out if anyone has been able to negotiate a water bill down to a lower amount. The property is in cook county, IL. Any info would be greatly appreciated, Thanks.