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RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-99: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE "SENIOR UTILITY REBATE PROGRAM" ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO ASSIST SENIOR RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL WITH THEIR UTILITY BILLS; PROVIDING THE CITY MANAGER WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL THINGS TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (MAYOR DENISE D. GRANT).
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Request Action:
To establish the Senior Utility Rebate Program, to be funded by the City's share of proceeds from PFAS litigation settlements. The purpose of this would be to provide financial relief to senior residents by issuing rebates on their utility bills, funded by proceeds recovered from PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) litigation settlements. The program recognizes the disproportionate impact of environmental contamination and the need for equitable distribution of remediation funds.
Need Summary Explanation/ Background:
Program Purpose:To provide financial relief to senior residents by issuing rebates on their utility bills, funded by proceeds recovered from PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) litigation settlements. The program recognizes the disproportionate impact of environmental contamination and the need for equitable distribution of remediation funds.
Program Highlights:
Funding Source: Settlement funds received from PFAS litigation.
Beneficiaries: Senior residents (age 55+) of Lauderhill.
Benefit Type: Rebate or credit applied directly to utility bills (water and/or sewer).
Program Duration: Until funds are exhausted or reallocated.
Eligibility Criteria:
Residency: Must be a current resident of the City of Lauderhill.
Age Requirement: Must be 55 years or older.
Utility Account Status: Must have an active residential utility account within the City of Lauderhill.
Proof Required: Valid ID and recent utility bill.
Rebate Structure:
Eligible participants will receive a one-time credit of $150 on their utility bill. The...
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