Madison County Community Development

Address

157 North Main Street
Suite 312
Edwardsville, IL 62025

(618) 692-8940

www.co.madison.il.us/departments/community_development/index.php

AKA:

Community Action Agency

Description:

Receives and administers block grants and other funds to facilitate the development and preservation of affordable housing, to aid in providing public services and facilities for low and moderate income citizens and assisting in the creation of employment and economic opportunities in Madison County, Illinois. Services include Weatherization Programs, Housing Down Payment Loans/Grants, Transitional Housing/Shelter, Air Conditioners, Fans, Electric Service Payment Assistance, Gas Service Payment Assistance, Heating Fuel Payment Assistance, Scholarships, Lead Abatement, Furnace Maintenance/Repair, Small Business Financing, Community Development Corporations and Regional Economic Development.

ALSO KNOWN AS

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

March 14, 2024

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

157 North Main Street
Suite 312
Edwardsville, IL 62025

Contacts

Christopher P Otto

Primary Contact

Program Administrator

(618) 296-4379

cpotto@madisoncountyil.gov

Amy Lyerla

Planner

(618) 296-4382

allyerla@madisoncountyil.gov

Phone Numbers

Main

(618) 692-8940

Energy Assistance

(618) 296-6485

Fax

(618) 296-7004

Madison County Referral Line

(618) 296-5300

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Description

Providing window air conditioner units to qualifying households.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

- Each household member must provide gross income documentation for entire household/family for the last past 30 days - Applicant must present a Picture ID when picking up the AC unit - Each household/individual must complete an intake form - Social Security Cards for every household member - Must provide a letter from the doctor containing a specific ailment a household member is suffering from of existing, or a medical condition such as asthma, COPD, emphysema, coronary disease and immediate terminal illness - Each household must provide a current copy of their utility bill to prove they have utilities, and do not have a back bill and are not in threat of disconnection, utility bill must be less than $500.00

Eligibility

Households that have received an air conditioner in the last three years are not eligible - Eligible households must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines - Must reside in Madison County, Illinois - Household must a member who suffers from a medical condition that can be relieved by air conditioning - Low-income families and veterans who qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program - Current utility bill must not exceed $500.00 - Only the person who made the application will be allowed to pick up their AC unit

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (618) 296-6177 To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

None

Click here to see this service (BM-3000.0500-030) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Responsible for distribution of federal block grant and home funds received by Madison County for programs such as housing, social services, capital improvements, economic development, planning and administration.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Illinois
    • Madison County
    Click here to see this service (TD-1100.1500-120) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    Operates a variety of core services in the communities, includes weatherization, energy assistance programs, homelessness prevention programs, affordable housing creation, renovation and small business assistance.

    Hours

    Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

    Required Documents

    Call for details

    Eligibility

    No Restrictions

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    - Call In To Apply - Apply In Person

    Languages

    English

    Service Area

    Madison County in Illinois

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Illinois
      • Madison County
      Click here to see this service (TB-1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      LIHEAP: Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected or under imminent threat to be disconnected from their electric service may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1, households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected or have a disconnected notice from their electric service may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1 through May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first

      Hours

      Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

      Required Documents

      Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

      Eligibility

      Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details

      Fees

      No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      - Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485. - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis

      Languages

      - English - Spanish

      Service Area

      Madison County in Illinois

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Illinois
        • Madison County
        Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Description

        Providing fans to qualifying households.

        Hours

        Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

        Required Documents

        - Picture ID - Social Security Cards for everyone in household - Proof of Income for last 90 days - Current Utility Bill

        Eligibility

        - Must reside in Madison County, Illinois - Must not have received a fan from agency in the last three years

        Fees

        No Fees

        Intake Procedure

        Appointment Required

        Languages

        English Only

        Service Area

        Madison County in Illinois

        Geography Served

        None

        Click here to see this service (BM-3000.0500-200) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Description

        Housing Weatherization: Inspection of furnaces for health/safety and mechanical operation, if necessary, a new furnace may be installed.

        Hours

        Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

        Required Documents

        Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership - Proof of Renting

        Eligibility

        - Age 18 years and older - Homeowners/Renters - Seniors 60 years and older - Individuals that are disabled - Households with children 5 years and under

        Fees

        No fee associated with homeowner occupied units - For renters their landlord is required to contribute 50% for all mechanical work, as well as a $150.00 assessment fee, call for details

        Intake Procedure

        - Call To Apply

        Languages

        English

        Service Area

        Madison County in Illinois

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Illinois
          • Madison County
          Click here to see this service (PH-3300.2750-220) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected or under imminent threat to be disconnected from their gas service may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1, households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected or have a disconnected notice from their gas service may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1 through May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first

          Hours

          Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

          Required Documents

          Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

          Eligibility

          Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details

          Fees

          No Fees

          Intake Procedure

          - Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485 - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis

          Languages

          - English - Spanish

          Service Area

          Madison County in Illinois

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Illinois
            • Madison County
            Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-250) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Description

            LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected from their utilities or under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1 households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected from their utilities and under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1-May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first

            Hours

            Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

            Required Documents

            - Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

            Eligibility

            Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            - Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485 - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis

            Languages

            - English - Spanish

            Service Area

            Madison County in Illinois

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Illinois
              • Madison County
              Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              HOMEbuyer Program: Assists with down payment and closing costs in the form of a five-year forgivable loan.

              Hours

              Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

              Required Documents

              Call for details

              Eligibility

              Age 18 years and older

              Fees

              No Fees

              Intake Procedure

              Call To Apply

              Languages

              English

              Service Area

              Madison County in Illinois

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Illinois
                • Madison County
                Click here to see this service (BH-3500.3500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Special Notes/Funding

                Not at this time.

                Description

                Identifies and removes lead-paint hazards within the home.

                Hours

                Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                Required Documents

                - Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership

                Eligibility

                No Restrictions

                Fees

                No Fees

                Intake Procedure

                Call (618) 692-7040 ext. 4383 for service

                Languages

                English

                Service Area

                Madison County in Illinois

                Geography Served

                None

                Click here to see this service (JP-6500.1500-450) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Description

                Economic Development: Provides coordinated economic development programs which includes labor market information. three enterprise zones, infrastructure loans to local governments, site/building location assistance, demographic and technical assistance to businesses and local governments.

                Hours

                Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                Required Documents

                Program specific, call for details

                Eligibility

                Age 18 years and older

                Fees

                No Fees

                Intake Procedure

                Call To Apply

                Languages

                English

                Service Area

                Madison County in Illinois

                Geography Served

                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                • Illinois
                  • Madison County
                  Click here to see this service (TB-8200.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Description

                  Rental Assistance: Provides assistance with back rent payment assistance who are behind on rent and meet income eligibility requirements.

                  Hours

                  Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                  Required Documents

                  Call For Details

                  Eligibility

                  - Must be behind on rent and/or is at risk of homelessness or housing instability - Income guidelines apply

                  Fees

                  No Fees

                  Intake Procedure

                  Call the Madison County Referral Line for a referral at (618) 296-5300

                  Languages

                  English

                  Service Area

                  Madison County in Illinois

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Illinois
                    • Madison County
                    Click here to see this service (BH-3800.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Description

                    Offering scholarships to low-income students planning to attend college next fall. Awards will be disbursed directly to the college in two $2,000 increments at the start of each semester.

                    Hours

                    Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                    Required Documents

                    - Candidates entire household for those age 18 years must provide proof of gross income for the last 30 days, along with verification documents such as check stubs or printouts of income statements - Candidates are required to submit a copy of college transcripts, or if just entering college, high school transcripts - Candidates are required to submit a letter of recommendation from a high school or college official at the institution they are attending or will be attending. Letters of recommendation must be submitted on official letterhead - Candidates must submit a one-page essay describing themselves, their college plans, and career goals. The essays should communicate something that is not stated in the application, which sets apart their scholarship application from others - Previous scholarship recipients may apply for the scholarship again - Social Security Card - Photo ID - Call Amy with any questions at (618) 296-4382

                    Eligibility

                    - Scholarships will be awarded to low-income students who are or will be attending Lewis & Clark Community College, Southwestern Illinois College and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Selected students must meet income guidelines

                    Fees

                    No Fees

                    Intake Procedure

                    Call To Apply at (618) 2926-6177

                    Languages

                    English

                    Service Area

                    Madison County in Illinois

                    Geography Served

                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                    • Illinois
                      • Madison County
                      Click here to see this service (HL-8000.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                      Description

                      Economic Development: Provides coordinated economic development programs which includes low interest loans to businesses.

                      Hours

                      Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                      Required Documents

                      Program specific, call for details

                      Eligibility

                      Age 18 years and older

                      Fees

                      No Fees

                      Intake Procedure

                      Call To Apply

                      Languages

                      English

                      Service Area

                      Madison County in Illinois

                      Geography Served

                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                      • Illinois
                        • Madison County
                        Click here to see this service (TB-0900.1000-800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                        Description

                        Rapid Re-Housing: Program assisting with housing needs for homeless individuals and families with children.

                        Hours

                        Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                        Required Documents

                        Social Security Cards - Proof of Income - Birth Certificates - State ID - Driver's License

                        Eligibility

                        Priority to families with children who are meeting the requirements of the shelter and are referred by the shelters - Other families that are self-referred have to also meet criteria for the Transitional Housing Program, meeting criteria does not guarantee placement due to capacity limits

                        Fees

                        No Fees

                        Intake Procedure

                        Call (618) 296-5300 to apply

                        Languages

                        English

                        Service Area

                        Madison County in Illinois

                        Geography Served

                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                        • Illinois
                          • Madison County
                          Click here to see this service (BH-8600) and related services within the Service Tree.

                          Description

                          Housing Weatherization: Insulating attics and sidewalls to a specified R factor, caulking, weather-stripping and addressing window problems and doors.

                          Hours

                          Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

                          Required Documents

                          Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership - Proof of Renting

                          Eligibility

                          - Age 18 years and older - Homeowners/Renters - Individuals that are disabled - Households with children 5 years and under

                          Fees

                          Call For Details

                          Intake Procedure

                          Call To Apply at (618) 296-4389

                          Languages

                          - English - Spanish

                          Service Area

                          Madison County in Illinois

                          Geography Served

                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                          • Illinois
                            • Madison County
                            Click here to see this service (BH-3000.1800-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

                            Send profile information to an email address.

                            Provide your email address to receive information about Madison County Community Development.

                            Sent!

                            Please enter a valid email address.

                            Close this field

                            Send a condensed resource profile to your phone via text message (SMS).

                            Select your cell carrier and provide your phone number to receive information about Madison County Community Development.

                            Sent!

                            Please enter a valid phone number.

                            Please select a carrier.

                            Standard text messaging rates may apply from your carrier. Some mobile carriers are inconsistent in their delivery of provider profiles sent to phones. If you do not receive a message within a few minutes please contact the provider directly for assistance.

                            Close this field

                            Want to save this page for later?
                            Create a free account!

                            .