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Council reviews six‑month utility assistance pilot; staff propose $26,250 pilot with CCA administration

Astoria City Council · September 29, 2025
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Summary

City staff proposed a six‑month utility assistance pilot starting in October, budgeted at $26,250 ($25,000 for credits; $1,250 for CCA administration). Assistance levels are household‑size indexed; staff will report pilot metrics in March to assess whether a permanent program or rate adjustments are needed.

City staff presented a proposed six‑month utility assistance pilot that would begin in October if council approves it at the regular Oct. 6 meeting. Staff recommended partnering with Community Care Alliance (CCA) to administer applications and deliver direct bill credits.

Ryan, the staff presenter, said the pilot budget would be $26,250: $25,000 for disbursements and $1,250 for CCA administration. Assistance would be based on household size and approximate 10% of average household consumption under current FY 25–26 metrics (sample credits:…

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