A new partnership between the city of Kansas City, Missouri, and the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC) will continue to aid those facing housing insecurity through the distribution of $25 million in additional emergency rental assistance funding for residents facing financial difficulties. Through late December, the city distributed nearly $16 million of allocated Missouri Emergency Rental Arrears Program (ERAP) funding to about 3,600 households. The additional $25 million will be distributed as quickly as possible through the city’s service partner provider agencies, according to a press release from the city of Kansas City. Those needing assistance can visit the city’s website to find out more or to apply for assistance in paying rent and/or utility bills. ERAP funding represents just one option to address the houseless crisis and housing insecurity issue millions face, with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic only exasperating the issues. If you are behind on payments or fear…
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