Eagle County creates new assistance fund for individuals experiencing extreme financial need

Eagle County creates new assistance fund for individuals experiencing extreme financial need

Eagle County is finding innovative ways to support those most in need. On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Eagle County Board of Commissioners approved the establishment of the Eagle County General Assistance Program, an emergency fund to provide emergency financial aid to individuals in crisis. Megan Burch, Eagle County’s director of human services, said the fund gives the county “clear authority to provide assistance to people experiencing poverty and ha…