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Union County announces senior storm-relief grant after deadly floods; residents press for infrastructure fixes
Summary
After severe storms and flooding that officials said caused multiple deaths and widespread property damage, the board announced an emergency home repair grant for eligible seniors and discussed collaboration with municipalities and federal agencies; residents asked for flood-mitigation plans and engineering assistance.
Union County commissioners announced a storm-related emergency home repair grant for eligible senior homeowners after severe storms in July that county officials said caused multiple deaths and major property damage in towns including Plainfield.
Chairwoman Andrea Leon said the county is launching the grant for residents age 62 and older who own and occupy a single- or two-family home and who qualify as low- or moderate-income. “Eligible seniors receive up to $10,000 towards repairs,” she said, and added that homeowners must be current on mortgage and property taxes. Applicants will receive an inspection and a cost estimate that will determine the grant amount;…
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