Below is information we received from TEA, TDEM, and Snyder Community Resource Center regarding local, state, and federal assistance and resources. We hope this is helpful to you or someone you know.
WEATHER-RELATED DAMAGES
Report damages from the recent weather event to Texas Department of Emergency Management: https://survey123.arcgis.com/s...
LOCAL ASSISTANCE
In an effort to streamline emergency relief assistance for Scurry County, Snyder Community Resource Center has partnered with Scurry County Welfare, TXU, and Scurry County United Way. The emergency relief will go toward individuals and families who have experienced economical setbacks due to the Texas winter storm crisis. Funding will be limited to assistance with utilities including, but not limited to: water, gas, propane, and electricity. This emergency relief will go into effect on or around March 1, 2021.
Comprehensive list of Community Resources: https://www.snyderisd.net/page...
Snyder Community Resource Center: 325-436-0294
1809 College Avenue, Snyder, TX 79550
http://www.snydercommunity.org
FEDERAL DISASTER-RELATED ASSISTANCE
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been directed to provide assistance following the disaster declaration for several Texas counties (Scurry County included). Individuals and small businesses that sustained losses and live in eligible counties may apply for disaster assistance at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800-462-7585. Because of safety concerns caused by the pandemic, there are no brick and mortar Disaster Response Centers open in Texas. FEMA aid is meant to help with items such as temporary rental or home repair assistance. FEMA provides financial benefits to eligible applicants who are not insured or underinsured. Disaster assistance may include financial assistance for temporary lodging and home repair, low-interest loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster. FEMA IS NOT GIVING OUT FOOD VOUCHERS.
COVID-19 ASSISTANCE
COVID-19 has affected Texans across the state. The Texas Rent Relief program is available to assist with rent and utility bills dating back as far as March 13, 2020. Households must have incomes at or below 80% of the Area Median Income and meet other qualifications. For full details and to submit an application visit TexasRentRelief.com or call 1-833-989-7368 (M-Sa, 8a-6p) to speak with someone directly.
UTILITY SHUTOFF
Following the storm, the Public Utility Commission (PUC) issued an emergency order suspending the disconnection of utilities for nonpayment until further notice. This includes the order for utilities not to process any disconnections.
UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has suspended the work requirement statewide for the weeks ending February 20 to February 27. To assist customers, TWC will extend deadlines for any delays that occurred due to the winter storm. Employers may encourage employees who have lost wages due to being displaced from work by a natural disaster to apply for unemployment benefits at www.twc.state.tx.us/jobseekers... or 1-800-939-6631.
D-SNAP: IMMEDIATE NEED FOODSTAMPS
The Disaster SNAP offers short-term food assistance benefits to families recovering from a disaster. D-SNAP is designed to help once people return to their homes and have access to electricity and grocery stores. For eligibility information and instructions on how to apply for benefits visit: https://hhs.texas.gov/services...
SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
Low-interest disaster loans from the US Small Business Administration are available to businesses, homeowners, and renters. www.sba.gov/services/disastera... or 1-800-877-8339