• $21 million has come directly to or passed through Durham County Government.

Durham, N.C. – Funding associated with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Bill of 2009 has slowly trickled down to local governments, including Durham County Government.  Currently, $21 million has come directly to or passed through Durham County to aid much needed public services and jumpstart the economy.    

“Stimulus funds received through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act have provided support for the neediest of our citizens,” said Drew Cummings, assistant county manager for special projects or Durham County Government. “The vast majority of Durham County’s aid is food related and the next tier of funding has been allotted for Medicaid, childcare subsidy, and to help reduce homelessness in Durham.”

Durham County’s Federal Funds at a Glance:

·        Federal stimulus funds have boosted food stamp payments by as much at 13% for the average family. Based on current figures, Durham should receive $15 million or more to provide additional nutrition assistance to the community.

·        Medicaid funding received provides a temporary increase in the federal matching percentage for Medicaid until December 31, 2010.  Durham County received $2.2 million in match funds in fiscal year ‘08-’09.

·        During fiscal year ’09-’10, the County is slated to receive nearly $2.6 million to help low-income families pay for child care.

·        Durham will receive more than $1 million of additional funding to help prevent homelessness and continue serving those who become homeless.

 More funds will continue to come to or pass through Durham County Government as a result of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. 

For more information about stimulus funds received by Durham County Government, contact Drew Cummings at 919-560-0065 or via e-mail at dcummings@durhamcountync.gov.