City can help with AC and cooler repairs

With high temperatures increasing wear and tear on evaporative coolers and home air-conditioning units, Glendale is utilizing federal Community Development Block Grant funds to provide emergency repair assistance to qualified, low-income families and elderly.

The city's Emergency HomeRepair Program utilizes a non-profit partner, Community Services of Arizona , to carry out emergency repairs requiring electrical, mechanical, plumbing and roofing work.

To qualify, applicants must own and occupy the residence and meet income requirements based on family size and program criteria. Funding is limited, and repairs are approved on a case-by-case basis.

"Last year, this critical service provided 165 repair visits to Glendale homeowners, many of which were A/C- and cooler-related," said Community Revitalization Administrator Gilbert Lopez.

For more information or to apply for assistance, call CSA directly at 480-963-6276, Extension 215.