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Budget Ordinance Amendment 19BCC000038 for the Department of Social Services to Recognize Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC - 2018 NC Rate Settlement Funds of $85,966 and First Presbyterian Contribution of $8,000
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Date Of BOCC Meeting: February 11, 2019
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The Board is requested to approve the Department of Social Services request to recognize additional revenue subsequent to the adoption of the FY2018-2019 Budget.
First Presbyterian Church (FBC): FBC donated one thousand eight hundred seventy-five dollars ($1,875) per quarter for housing and utility assistance or miscellaneous expenses with supervisory approval and contributed one hundred twenty-five dollars ($125) per quarter for medical assistance for a quarterly total amount of $2,000. DSS will assess clients for eligibility based on current criteria for emergency assistance. If the eligible client's need exceeds DSS criteria, then FPC Funds can be used to meet a one-time per year crisis need for housing or utilities. The Department recognizes $8,000 and will adhere to the two-year terms of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which expired August 31, 2018. The MOU states the funds can be carried over to the next fiscal year until the funds are spent. No County dollars required.
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC - Duke Energy 2018 NC Rate Settlement for Durham: The Department has received $85,966 to be used exclusively to provide assistance to the Company's North Carolina retail electric customers. Funds may be used in paying Duke Energy Carolinas 1) electric bill payment assistance, 2) deposit and establishment of service assistance and 3) connection and/or reconnection fees. The funds have no expiration date and may be used for heating and/or cooling assistance. The Department recognizes $85,966 from Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC. No County dollars required.
Alignment With Strategic Plan: Goal 2: Health and Well-being for All.
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