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City briefed on Winter Assistance program offering up to $300 in winter electric relief

Ottawa City Commission · September 25, 2024
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Summary

Ottawa’s electric utility staff described the Winter Warmth Assistance program, which provides qualified households up to 50% reduction on monthly electric charges (capped at $75 per billing cycle, $300 total for Dec–Mar). The program is funded from the electric fund; 2025 budgeted amount is $22,000.

Assistant Director McCurdy presented the city’s annual Winter Assistance (Winter Warmth) program, reminding commissioners that the program was established by resolution in 2013 and is funded through the electric fund.

She said participants may receive a reduction of up to 50% of their monthly electric-use charges…

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