WHO ARE THEY?



Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry has proclaimed October as Weatherization Month and the Washita Valley Community Action Council’s Weatherization Assistance Program is providing assistance for low to moderate-income families.

According to Randy Brasee, weatherization director of WVCA, nationwide, low-income families spend 17 to 18 percent or more of their annual income for energy compared to five percent for other families.

To reduce energy usage, improve comfort and safety for low to moderate income families, the program offers home evaluations to determine which energy-saving practices are needed and then provides the necessary materials and manpower to improve the energy-efficiency of the home.

The year-round program is designed to reduce energy use which, in turn, saves money and increases personal comfort.

This year, the program has weatherized about 30 homes in the Grady-Caddo county area. Target clients are prioritized using a point system.

The average savings per home is $300 to $400 per year. The program is offered at no cost to the homeowner.



WHAT DO THEY DO?



• Initial evaluation of home using a computerized energy audit

•Assess health and safety conditions

• Discuss work that needs to be done with homeowner

• Determine materials needed/purchase materials

• Set up appointment to do the work

• Insulate, caulk around windows, weather strip around doors and windows, ventilation installation, if needed and air-infiltration reduction

• Install minimum of two fire/smoke alarms

• Install carbon monoxide alarm

• Make minor repairs to ensure safety

• Other improvements as needed

• Offer tips on ways to save energy

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HOW TO APPLY



• For an application and assistance, call the Washita Valley Community Action Council at 405-224-5831, Ext. 126.

• Drop by the office at 205 W. Chickasha Ave. in Chickasha (south entrance)

• 2009 Eligibility depends on family size and maximum income

• 1 person, maximum income $21,660

• 2 persons, maximum income $29,140

• 3 persons, maximum income 36,620

• 4 persons, maximum income $44,100

• Add $7,480 for each additional family member

• Priority given to persons age 62 or older, disabled persons and families with children age six and under