Federal Disaster Assistance

For Illinois homeowners, renters and business owners if you sustained losses or damage you may be eligible for disaster aid.

Please call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
For those who are speech or hearing impaired TTY 1-800-462-7585

Or apply online: www.DisasterAssistance.gov

When you apply for disaster assistance please have the following available:

• Social Security number
• Daytime telephone number where we can call you back
• Current mailing address where you are staying
• Address and zip code of the damaged property
• Directions to the damaged home or property
• Private insurance information, if available

Asistencia por Desastre

Para dueños e inquilinos de hogares y propietarios de negocios si usted tuvo pérdidas o daños, usted puede ser elegible para asistencia por desastre.

Llame 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
(operadores de habla hispana están disponibles al marcar la opción 2)

Si usted tiene algún impedimento del habla o auditivo TTY: 1-800-462-7585

Vía Internet: www.DisasterAssistance.gov
Centro de Asistencia Individual (la programación está disponible en español)

Cuando llame para solicitar asistencia tenga a la mano la siguiente información:

• Número de Seguro Social
• Número de teléfono diurno al cual podemos llamarle
• Dirección postal del lugar en donde está viviendo actualmente
• Dirección y código postal de la propiedad dañada
• Instrucciones de cómo llegar a la propiedad dañada
• Información de su seguro, si aplica

USDA Approves Emergency Food Stamps

USDA's Food and Nutrition Services has authorized the Illinois Department of Human Services to offer a special Disaster SNAP benefits for residents of 7 counties declared federal disaster areas as a result of flooding in late July.

Monday, August 30 through Friday September 3rd from 8:30am until 4:00pm each day.

Disaster SNAP Benefits
Disaster SNAP benefits will be provided to families based on total income and assets available to a household during the disaster. Non-reimbursed disaster-related expenses are allowed as a deduction from income and assets. A qualifying 2 person family with net income less than $1815 would receive $367 and a one person household with net income less than $1503 would receive $200. Most benefits will be available within 3 days of the date of application.

SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food for human consumption, but cannot be used to buy alcoholic drinks, tobacco products or non-food products. Benefits must be used within 90 days.

Who Qualifies
Illinois residents who lived or worked in a disaster area within one of these counties at the time of the disaster may qualify for this special program. To qualify, persons must have had damage to home or business, disaster-related expenses not reimbursed, or loss or reduction of income during the period 7/22/10 through 8/20/10.

Persons receiving regular SNAP benefits that were affected by the disaster may also apply for this special program. They may qualify for additional SNAP benefits to bring their benefit level up to the maximum benefit amount for the month of the disaster.

Where to Apply
Special applications for the Disaster SNAP benefits are available at certain Illinois Department of Human Services offices known as Family Community Resource Centers (FCRCs) (see the listing below of office addresses/contact information) located in the following counties that were designated as federal disaster areas: Cook, Carroll, DuPage, JoDavies, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago.

When to Apply
Applications will be accepted on weekdays from Monday, August 30 through Friday September 3rd from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM each day. Those applying must apply at one of the designated offices and complete a paper application.

What to Bring to Apply
Applicants must bring proof of their identity and proof of their residence or job in a disaster area prior to the disaster.

Special Considerations
Persons committing fraud with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program(SNAP) may be disqualified from the program, may be fined up to $250,000 and put in prison up to 20 years or both.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, the Illinois Department of Human Services is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability.

Village Fights Mosquito Problem

This summer's heavy rains caused the mosquito population to explode throughout Illinois. The Village worked aggressively to manage these pests by inspecting and treating 30 known water sites in Franklin Park to stop mosquito breeding and also conducted treatments of catch basins. In late August, the Village conducted a spray to help diminish the population. Residents should eliminate all standing water outside to keep mosquitoes from breeding.

Cooling Center at 10001 Addison

Mayor Pedersen and Fire Chief Iovinelli have designated the Fire Station at 10001 Addison as an emergency cooling center for seniors and individuals who do not have adequate access to cooling.

If you have any questions, please call the Fire Department at (847) 678-2400 or the non-emergency line at (847) 671-8270.

Purchase Your 2010 Vehicle Stickers ONLINE

For your convenience, you can now purchase your 2010-2011 vehicle sticker online using our FREE secure external service. You must use your pre-printed application to purchase stickers online. After purchasing, your vehicle sticker(s) will be sent out promptly via USPS mail.

Please click here to purchase your VoFP Vehicle Sticker!
(NOTE: this will open a new window)

PLCCA Offers Economic Assistance for Residents

The Proviso-Leyden Council for Community Action (PLCCA) offers assistance to residents through the American Reinvestment Recovery Act with things such as: rent, mortgage, utility bills, eye glasses, dentures, shoes, clothing, emergency car repair, medical, prescriptions, homemaker assistance, and any other one time emergency.

For more information, please contact Jackee Pruitt of the PLCCA at (708) 450-3500 extension 240, M-F 9am to 4pm.

Grass Cutting Program

Applications are being accepted at Village Hall for senior and disabled residents interested in participating in the Village's Grass Cutting Program this year. Those who have previously participated in the program and have not had a change in their health status will NOT require a new doctor's note.

The program begins the third week in May and runs through October. The cost will be $7.00 per cut.

Participation is limited, so please call the Village at (847) 671-8240 or complete and bring in the application: Grass Cutting Program Application (requires Adobe Reader)

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Income eligible residents may file for help with winter home heating bills through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Applications are being taken at Village Hall on Wednesday evenings from 4:00pm - 6:30pm starting December 2, 2009.

LIHEAP provides a one-time payment to the utility companies on behalf of recipients. In addition to seniors, LIHEAP is open to persons and/or households with disabled members who receive SSI and SSDI benefits.

Please bring the following documents in order to file for benefits: Social Security card, a photo ID card, current NICOR bill, current COM ED bill, proof of gross income for 30 days, including your 2009 Social Security letter.

Village Hall Hours

Monday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9:00am - Noon

If you have any questions about hours or services, please call Village Hall at (847) 671-4800.