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DSS asks board to use hurricane essential‑services funds to replace veteran’s home; bidding extended
Summary
Burke County Department of Social Services requested use of adult essential‑services funds from post‑hurricane allocation to address severely damaged home and enable a veteran to remain housed; county staff extended the procurement period and moved the request to the consent agenda.
Burke County Department of Social Services asked commissioners to approve use of adult essential‑services funds provided after Hurricane Helene to replace or repair the home of a 64‑year‑old veteran identified in staff testimony as Mr. Williams.
Brett Porter, social work supervisor, said the state allocated $131,444 to the county for adult services after the storm and that the funds are already in county accounts. Porter described the allocation as an unusual opportunity for adult services and said funds can be used for housing…
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