Dauphin County Administration Building
For months, Dauphin County has disbursed millions of state and federal rent relief money, but is finally reaching the end of the funding.
The county announced on Tuesday, that, on March 4, it would pause its intake of new applications for the Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program that began a year ago.
Over $16 million of the total $18 million allotted to the county has been disbursed to residents behind on rent or utility payments due to the pandemic, according to a statement from the county. The funds were released for over 2,500 applications.
“The amount of people and families this program has helped cannot be overstated,” Commissioner Mike Pries said.
Applications in process and those filed before the end of the business day on March 4 will still be processed, according to the county.
In February, Dauphin County launched an online portal to make receiving and processing applications more efficient. However, just a month later, they will halt that operation.
According to the county, if additional funding for the program becomes available, they will reopen the application process.
“This program has provided more than just money to our vulnerable residents,” Commissioner Chad Saylor said. “Our team has offered additional supports, such as substance use and food insecurity resources, to families in need.”
For more information on the Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program, or to apply, visit the county’s website.
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