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November 3, 2009

STAFF REPORT The Commercial-News Tue Nov 03, 2009, 04:29 PM CST

DANVILLE — The East Central Illinois Community Action Agency will provide energy bill payment assistance to qualified customers through its annual Powerblitz from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the David S. Palmer Arena, 100 W. Main St.

After this week, applications will be taken by appointment from 8 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the agency’s administrative office at 56 N. Vermilion St.

Customers must bring proof of income for all household members for the past 30 days, a copy of their most recent energy bill and social security cards for all household members.

Customers are served on a first come, first serve basis and are assisted based on the availability of funds and income eligibility.

For more information, contact Frederick Whitman, associate director of planning and community services, at 443-2705.

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