Grant help available for Black Diamond Residents who have “Past due” rent or Utility Accounts!

The City of Black Diamond has ARPA COVID-19 Grant Program funds available to help low to moderate income residents with past due rent or utility bill assistance. The City has contracted with the Black Diamond Community Center to administer this assistance to residents who have been economically affected by the COVID virus.  To get an application or make an appointment to review eligibility contact the Black Diamond Community Center Monday – Thursday from 9:00 am – 4:00 PM at (360) 886-1011. 

This is more important than ever, now that the statewide eviction protection has expired and utility companies, including the City of Black Diamond, are returning to charging customers late fees and interest for utility bills 30 days past due.  Black Diamond will also be returning to the policy of turning off water for accounts 60 days past due in May of 2022. 

We encourage our residents to take advantage of the possible ARPA Grant assistance as it was approved by our City Council, especially to help our residents who may needs assistance in bringing their past due rent and utility accounts current.  All grant requests are kept confidential and the approved grant checks are sent directly to the renter’s landlords or utility provider.