Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
Gov. Ivey announces grant to improve Ashland industrial park
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $100,000 grant to the city of Ashland that will provide improvements to the city’s industrial park which will also assist one nearby business resulting in 10 new jobs and offering additional services for residents. Funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be combined with a $100,000 Community […]
Local agencies receive $1.29 million to assist low-income families with utility costs
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $1.29 million to help low-income households with home energy costs. The grants will enable 18 community service agencies to provide funding to help low-income families heat and cool their homes. “As these record hot summer months continue, many low-income residents may struggle to afford higher electric bills […]
Gov. Ivey announces grant to help growth of Eva business
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $100,000 grant to help an Eva business expand and provide new jobs while also providing improvements for existing and future businesses. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be combined with a $100,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded earlier by Gov. Ivey. The grants will improve […]
Gov. Ivey awards grant to create commerce, jobs in Clanton
MONTGOMERY— A $250,000 grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will help give new life to a city-owned building in downtown Clanton while also bringing in commerce and creating nearly 50 jobs. The Community Development Block Grant to the city of Clanton will be used to convert the downtown building into a Mexican restaurant. The Clanton […]
Kenneth W. Boswell, Director
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