(WSIL) -- Gov. Andy Beshear announced up to $38 million is available to local governments to help Kentucky residents with overdue utility bills.
Each unit of local government may request up to $200,000 for assistance in their communities.
鈥淓ven with our victory over COVID-19 coming into sight, times are still tough for our families,鈥� said Gov. Beshear. 鈥淲e are grateful to be able to provide these funds, because they will ensure many Kentuckians won鈥檛 have to make the impossible choice between feeding their family and keeping the lights on.鈥�
To apply, local governments must submit an application to DLG. If approved, local governments must then partner with a community action agency to assist with funding administration.
To simplify the process and fulfill that need, DLG has partnered with Kentucky鈥檚聽聽(ADD) to assist units of local government, local nonprofit community service providers and eligible Kentuckians with their applications and administering funds.
Households are eligible for up to $250 per month for six consecutive months if:
- They live in a city or county approved for funding;
- Have been financially impacted by COVID-19;
- Are struggling to pay water, sewer, electric, gas or other heating and cooling bills; and
- Have received notice for disconnect between January 21, 2020, and present day and/or up to two months following.
Once a household鈥檚 application is approved, the local nonprofit community service provider will transfer funds directly to a utility provider on their behalf.
Local governments can apply for CDBG-CV funds now by completing the聽聽on DLG鈥檚 website.
Kentuckians should contact their local government or聽聽for more information on CDBG-CV funds in their area.
