LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 23-4918    Version: 1
Type: Agenda Item Status: Passed
File created: 8/22/2023 In control: Social Services
On agenda: 9/18/2023 Final action: 9/18/2023
Title: Vote to accept $42,789 from the State of North Carolina for the Low-Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Attachments: 1. FA_LIHEAP Supplement SFY 23-24 County Checks

Title

Vote to accept $42,789 from the State of North Carolina for the Low-Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

 

Abstract

Action Requested: Vote to accept $42,789 from NC DHHS.

 

Introduction & Background: The Chatham County Department of Social Services (DSS) has been awarded $42,789 to assist in paying for household energy expenses for qualifying households. 

                     

Discussion & Analysis: This additional funding provided to Chatham DSS will be allocated $42,789 to be paid directly to heating/cooling providers.

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: N/A

                     

Budgetary Impact: No Local Funding Requested. 

                     

Recommendation: Motion to accept $42,789 of State funds to assist low-income households with paying for heating and cooling expenses.