Delaware Area Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on Oct. 29.
Bridges Community Action Partnership, who serves Champaign, Delaware, Logan, Madison, Shelby and Union Counties, has announced that there are funds available to assist households impacted by COVID-19 with rent or mortgage payments and to prevent water and sewer disconnections beginning November 2, 2020.
Ohioans, who are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level and have fallen behind on rent or mortgage payments, water bills, or sewer payments are encouraged to contact Bridges Community Action Partnership to submit an application for assistance. Funds are available for a limited time and applicants are encouraged to reach out early.
Governor Mike DeWine announced the availability of funds last Friday during a joint press conference with members of the General Assembly. The funding is part of the CARES Act stimulus package and are available until December 30, 2020. All households who are experiencing challenges in paying their past due payments should contact Bridges Community Action Partnership at 740-369-3184 to learn more or complete an application.
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Source: Delaware Area Chamber of Commerce