FORT PIERCE – The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority has announced two programs accepting applications for customers who need help paying utility bills.
The Senior Utility Assistance Program (SUAP) opened June 30 and has $429,032 available to help cover utility bills for St. Lucie County individuals and households age 67 and older.
And the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is open to St. Lucie County families and individuals who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents or qualified aliens with a household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guideline…