Multiple agencies serving the Black Belt region have been granted funds from the Alabama Department of Economic and Communities Affairs (ADECA) to assist with weatherization and lower energy costs for low-income residents.
The elderly, people with disabilities and families with children are a focus of the effort.
“Energy costs can be overwhelming for low-income Alabama residents, especially during times of extreme heat or cold,” Gov. Kay Ivey said. “Recipients of this assistance will be able to upgrade their homes in ways that will lower their bills both now and in the future.”
An energy audit is conducted at homes to see if they qualify for assistance. Improvements often include installing extra insulation in the attic, walls and floor; sealing air leaks around doors and windows; repairs for AC/heating units; and replacing incandescent light bulbs with "high-efficiency" bulbs.
“ADECA joins Gov. Ivey in support of this assistance for Alabama’s most vulnerable populations,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said. “The partnerships we have with community-based agencies makes it possible to deliver this help to those who need it most.”
Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission (Macon, Russell, Elmore, Autauga, Chilton, Shelby, Dallas, Perry) — $272,511. (334) 262-4300
Organized Community Action Program Inc. (Bullock, Barbour, Butler, Coffee, Covington, Crenshaw, Dale, Geneva, Henry, Houston, Lowndes, Pike) — $298,359. (334) 566-1712
Community Action Agency of South Alabama (Baldwin, Clarke, Escambia, Conecuh, Monroe, Marengo, Wilcox) — $216,447. (251) 626-2646
Community Service Programs of West Alabama Inc. (Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Pickens, Lamar, Sumter, Tuscaloosa) — $224,366. (205) 469-0397
Montgomery County Commission c/o Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission (Montgomery) — $158,378. (334) 262-4300
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