The Jan. 9 article called “Help for social services budget” this should more accurately be headlined “No help for social services budget.”
The article left a false impression that this was a significant increase in dollars for Snohomish County. Quite the contrary. The increase was merely $3,803. These federal dollars are the annual FEMA/EFSP funding to assist the food bank coalition, the utility coalition, shelter providers and the rent mortgage coalition.
But a huge $45,697 difference remained between the requested amount of the agencies’ applications and the amount available. The agencies are struggling with the increased needs in Snohomish County.
The impact of September 11, the economy, and unemployment are affecting everyone. This federal Band-Aid continues to be insufficient to meet the local community needs.
Marysville
Human Services Council Board Member
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