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CIEDC announces energy savings and food stamp
workshops
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[JAN.
24, 2006]
On Jan. 31, CIEDC will offer two free workshops
to the community. Participants will learn about how households can
save money on their utility bill. They will also have the
opportunity to learn more about the food stamp program.
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The workshops next Tuesday
will be at the CIEDC corporate office, located at 1800 Fifth St. in
Lincoln. The first workshop will be from 9 until 11 a.m.; the second
will be from 1 until 3 p.m. Participants may come at any time during
those periods. Members of the CIEDC weatherization staff will
discuss how to make homes more energy-efficient and will hand out
energy saving kits during the workshop. These kits are limited in
quantity and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. The kits
will include, but are not limited to, two or three compact
florescent light bulbs, a roll of weatherstripping with enough
plastic to cover two or three average size windows, and an "Energy
Savers Tips" brochure from the Department of Energy. These kits are
absolutely free of charge. In order to receive a kit, you must be
from a LIHEAP-eligible household. The Low Income Home Energy
Assistance Program assists the low-income and elderly in paying
utility bills.
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Additionally, CIEDC staff will be available to help participants
determine food stamp eligibility and assist with the food stamp
application process.
"CIEDC staff is offering these workshops throughout our service
area," said Angela Stoltzenburg, CIEDC executive director. "They are
a great example of how CIEDC staff collaborates to bring the most
current and accurate information to the community. We look forward
to sharing energy saving tips and bringing food stamp program
information to those individuals who may be eligible but have not
yet applied."
[Central Illinois Economic Development
Corp. news release]
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