Winter’s cold temperatures mean more strain on our heating systems, leading to increased utility costs. If you or a loved one need financial assistance to pay your bills, you may qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. LIHEAP helps low income households stay safe and healthy by providing financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and cooling.
What it does
- Heating assistance
- Cooling assistance
- Crisis assistance
- Furnace and central air conditioner repair and replacement assistance
- Window air conditioner purchase assistance
- Fan program
- Weatherization services
- Heating and cooling repair and replacement assistance
Contact
Fill out an application at:
ACCESSNebraska
800-383-4278
accessnebraska.ne.gov
LIHEAP maximum allowable income
(October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2024)
| Household size | LIHEAP Gross Income Limit (150% of Federal Poverty Level) |
| 1 | $21,870 |
| 2 | $29,580 |
| 3 | $37,290 |
| 4 | $45,000 |
| 5 | $52,710 |
OTHER NEWS
Irrigation rates have not changed since 2021
At their December meeting, Dawson PPD’s board affirmed that there will be no changes to the irrigation rate for the 2024 season. The rates have remained stable since 2021. The District will conduct a rate study later this year. The goal of the study is to ensure that...
Service upgrade policy changes
Starting in January 2024, Dawson PPD will charge to increase the size of an existing electric service. The value of the retired equipment will be credited toward the cost of new equipment. Increasing the size of a motor on an irrigation service, adding a swing arm to...
Purple light? Report it!
Do you have a Dawson PPD provided LED light that shines purple at night? Please contact us to report it!
The purple light is a defect that changes the color of the light from white to purple. This defect does not affect energy efficiency or performance.