EMAA TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR ECAMP

East Missouri Action Agency is taking applications for its 1993 summer Energy Conservation and Management Project (ECAMP).

The summer program is funded through a grant from Union Electric Co., with assistance provided by the Private Industry Council and Neighborhood Assistance Programs.

Services are expected to begin early in June and last until the end of August.

Training materials, energy conservation information and technical advice are provided by University of Missouri Extension.

The project provides a variety of minor energy-related materials and minor home repairs for low-income families and elderly people in the counties of Cape Girardeau, St. Francois, Iron and Washington.

To qualify, a family of four would must have an income of less than $1,196 a month. Families that exceed those guidelines may still qualify for the program depending on the circumstances or need. The primary focus is low-income families, the elderly or disabled.

The work will be done by four crews of students hired by the agency. The teams will consist of four adult supervisors and 11 youth workers from the Summer Youth Program sponsored by the Private Industry Council.

The project gives young people an opportunity to learn new skills and good work habits while they are earning money and making a contribution to the quality of life for local residents.

The materials installed in the homes should help to make the home more comfortable, lower energy usage and save money.

For more information or to apply call the agency's County Community Service Office at 334-5533.