Title
Vote on a request to approve $76,215 from the State of NC for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP).
Abstract
Action Requested: Vote on a request to accept $76,215 from NC DHHS.
Introduction & Background: Chatham DSS has been awarded $76,215 to assist in paying for household municipal water for qualifying households. $11,432 are funds remaining from FY 22 that DHHS is allowing to be utilized in FY 23 and $64,783 is the new FY23 allocation.
Discussion & Analysis: This additional funding provided to Chatham DSS will be allocated as $76,215 to be paid directly to water providers.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: N/A
Budgetary Impact: No Local Funding Requested.
Recommendation: Vote on a request to accept $76,215 of State funds to assist low-income households with paying for water utilities.