Emergency utility program will run November 2, 2020 – March 31, 2021 MEDIA RELEASE: The Winter Crisis Program (WCP) at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action will begin November 2, 2020. This program is designed to help families/households who are facing an emergency situation to maintain and/or restore electric/gas service and/or provide a bulk fuel (propane, […]
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Free face coverings and gun locks available at all three service centers GLOUSTER, OH – Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) is providing free face masks and gun locks to residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties. The masks are available in packs of five. They are Hanes brand, all white, cotton, washable, and reusable.
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!!ATTENTION!! EFFECTIVE Tuesday 9/8/20 APT WILL BEGIN COLLECTING FARES TO RIDE, YOU MUST HAVE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING— Cash $1.00 Regular fare $.50 E&D fare OU ID Hole Punch Pass (Purchased from Driver) Picture Pass May be purchased at City Building, Wednesdays and Thursdays from10am-Noon
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HAPCAP Announces Emergency Relief Grant Program for City of Athens Residents Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, on behalf of the City of Athens, will begin accepting applications on August 19 for the Emergency Relief Grant Program. This program is a rental and mortgage assistance program available to city residents who may be experiencing a housing
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7/31/2020 EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, SERVICE CHANGE The Richland Ave Round-a-bout is closed for resurfacing until Weds Aug 5th. Lines 2, 3 and 7A are effected. We will be deviating and will attempt to miss minimal stops. Please utilize Doublemap to track your bus. If you need assistance call 740-592-2727. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Residents, including renters, can schedule appointments to restore water access We are still accepting appointments for their water bill assistance program. This program is for income-eligible residents with a notice of being disconnected from their water source. Eligibility has been expanded due to the coronavirus pandemic. “The state moratorium has been lifted on utility disconnects,
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Southeast Ohio Community Leaders Call for Emergency Aid to Local Governments and Low-Income Families, Expanded Access to Affordable Broadband The following is a press release issued by Buckeye Hills Regional Council. The Action Agenda can be viewed here. MARIETTA, Ohio – A consortium of community leaders have worked together to develop a recovery plan for
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Expanded Eligibility in Response to COVID-19 The Ohio Development Services Agency and Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will help income-eligible Ohioans stay cool during the hot summer months. The Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program provides eligible Ohioans assistance paying an electric bill or assistance paying for central air conditioning repairs. The program runs
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We need your input! HAPCAP would greatly appreciate your feedback through our online survey about the impact of COVID-19 on our community. In order to adjust to new community needs emerging due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we would like to hear from you about your experiences and challenges over the past few months. Thank you
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Our Summer Meals program is now up and running! This national program works to meet the needs of hungry children in summer by providing them with nutritious meals and snacks. The program is open to ALL children 18 years of age or younger, or any person 19-21 with a disability. We are operating this program
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