Over the coming months, states, counties and local municipalities will be scrutinized to see how well they have spent federal funds provided to counter challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic. Gwinnett can take a bow after the U.S. Treasury recently named Gwinnett a top performer for their handling of a little more than $55 million from the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
With support from the Gwinnett County Magistrate Court and HomeFirst Gwinnett, the additional stimulus funds helped extend the Project Reset rental assistance program funded last year by the federal CARES Act.
“I am beaming with pride. It’s an honor to be identified as a local jurisdiction implementing best practices,” said Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Hendrickson. “The financial services and grants teams have worked tirelessly to ensure those who need help receive what they need.”
Now known as Project Reset 2.0, the expanded program provides direct rental and utility assistance to income-eligible individuals and families financially hit by the pandemic. To date, the program has helped more than 4,400 people avoid evection or utility disconnection.
Tenants and landlords can apply for assistance at www.tinyurl.com/GwinnettReset-2.
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