Council Member Marjorie Velázquez - Resources Available to Our Community

 

Dear Neighbor,

Lately, my office has received calls asking for assistance in identifying resources to support their unique situations, ranging from utilities and homeownership resources to immigration and public safety programs. To ensure you have access to these resources, you will receive a monthly resource newsletter with that information. As my office becomes privy to the latest updates both by the City and in the district, we will share that information with the community in this monthly email or our weekly community round-up.

In this newsletter, you will find information about human services, agency-offered programs, and other relevant information that you may find helpful. As we prepare for the colder season, it’s important to me that you are prepared for anything. If you have any questions or would like additional information or clarification, you can reach out to my office Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM at (718) 931-1721 or via email at District13@council.nyc.gov.

In the meantime, I look forward to seeing you all around the district and hope you have a safe weekend!

Sincerely,

Council Member Marjorie Velázquez

Homeowners & Housing

Hurricane Ida Relief

The last day to submit an application for the Hurricane Ida Supplemental Funding Program is Monday, October 3, 2022. This program provides payments to homeowners in the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, whose Federal Emergency Management Agency benefits were insufficient to allow their homes to be habitable. If you are interested in applying, please email IdaAssist@recovery.nyc.gov or call (212) 615-8329.

UTILITIES

Managing Your Energy Bills

Over the past several months, many residents have experienced higher than normal utility bills, due to increased market rates. Below are a few tips on how to manage this season’s high utility bills.

1. Spread payments out throughout the year - Con Edison offers payment plans to avoid large monthly energy costs.

2. Check your benefits - If you are registered in a government assistance program, you may be eligible for discounts through Con Edison’s Energy Affordability Program.

3. Manage your usage by monitoring your hourly energy use.

4. Get customized tips by using Con Edison’s Home Energy Analysis tool, which is found when accessing your online account. This tool provides tips and suggestions to improve energy efficiency and control costs throughout the year.

5. Avoid using electricity during peak times, which can save you money. Check out their Time-of-Use rate option.

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