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Commissioners weigh uses for $1 million veterans relief fund and a proposed paid service position
Summary
Health & Human Services reported a veterans relief fund balance of about $1,000,000 and discussed advisory-board recommendations including a potential paid position to assist veterans with applications; commissioners questioned sustainability and whether funds should be used for one-time capital projects that move veterans forward.
Health & Human Services staff told Cowlitz County commissioners that the veterans relief assistance fund has built reserves and the advisory board may recommend using some of the balance to pay for a dedicated staff position to help veterans complete assistance applications.
Gina James, HHS, described the assistance program, statutory levy funding and categories of aid (rent, food, burial, miscellaneous). She said the…
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