Pharr CARES Act Award
Emergency Utility Assistance Program
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, is a $2.2 trillion economic stimulus bill passed by the 116th U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Donald Trump on March 27, 2020, in response to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.
The City of Pharr has been awarded a second round of CARES Act funding in the amount of $585,145 of which $250,000 will be obligated to administer the Emergency Utility Assistance Program. The funds are designed to immediately support the utility assistance financial needs of City of Pharr residents that are experiencing COVID-19 related hardships.
The Program will not be amended or changed without prior written concurrence from the GMCD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and City of Pharr. The city assures that the CARES Act funds are to better prepare for, prevent, and respond to the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).
U.S Department of Housing & Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Emergency Utility Assistance Program
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must provide proof of residency status
- Applicant must qualify under HUD’s Household Income guidelines
- Must provide financial evidence of economic loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Must comply with federal program guidelines
| Household Size | Extremely Low Income (30%) | Very Low Income (50%) | Low Income (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,350 | $23,850 | $38,150 |
| 2 Persons | $16,400 | $27,250 | $43,600 |
| 3 Persons | $18,450 | $30,650 | $49,050 |
| 4 Persons | $20,450 | $34,050 | $54,450 |
| 5 Persons | $22,100 | $36,800 | $58,850 |
| 6 Persons | $23,750 | $39,500 | $63,200 |
| 7 Persons | $25,400 | $42,250 | $67,550 |
| 8 Persons | $27,000 | $44,950 | $71,900 |
Eligibility Costs:
Grant assistance for water bill usage only.
For questions or to request guidance on the application and required documents, contact the city of Pharr Grants Management and Community Development Department at (956) 402-4190
Application and supporting documents can be submitted with the city of Pharr Grants Management and Community Development Department located at 118 S. Cage Blvd., 2nd Floor, Pharr, Texas 78577.
