Embarras River Basin Agency

Energy programs - the weatherization program weatherized 33 homes, assisting 73 individuals, with safe energy efficient measures such as furnace repair/replacement, water heater replacement, fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, copper gas line replacement, flu liners, insulation, stopping air infiltration, and some window and door replacement. Under the py25 program guidelines, each job is allocated two "pots" of funding, totaling $16,000 for materials and labor and $3,500 for health and safety measures. Individual grants are capped at $8,000 for materials and labor and $1,750 for health and safety per pot. For properties requiring extensive restoration, we may submit a request to the state for a third pot of funding to cover additional costs.

Housing programs - to provide housing for homeless individuals and families. 555 households, 1070 individuals.

Head start - head start is a preschool program for children 3-5 years of age. Erba has funding for an enrollment of 292 children. 90% of the children are from families whose income is at or below the federal poverty level. Approximately 15% of the enrolled children have a diagnosed disability and are referred for specialized support services. The program provides developmentally appropriate experiences that foster school readiness skills, and intellectual, social and emotional growth. A comprehensive health care program that includes medical, dental, mental health and nutritional services is also included. Families are engaged in the program at all levels, and transportation is provided to most children.

Liheap- assist low income citizens by offsetting the rising cost of home energy through direct financial assitance, energy couseling, outreach and education. 7023 households.