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Spokane County receives $500,000 state grant for wildfire housing aid

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 5
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What happened

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Spokane Housing Authority and Spokane County are distributing $500,000 in aid from the Department of Commerce. This grant is intended for families displaced by wildfires in Spokane County since June 14. Eligible residents can use the funds to cover expenses such as rent, utilities, deposits, transportation, and household goods, though construction work is not covered.

From spokesman.com

Why it matters

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The grant provides flexible financial support to residents recovering from the wildfires. This funding helps cover essential living costs, such as rent and utilities, for families displaced in Spokane County.

From spokesman.com

Who's involved

  • Kelly KeenanDirector of housing assistance programs for Spokane County
  • Spokane CountyCounty administering the housing assistance program
  • Department of CommerceSource of the state grant funding disbursed for housing assistance

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • Department of CommerceSpeculative

    The Department of Commerce might see increased demand for housing and utility services in Spokane County as families utilize the grant funds.

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