Energy Assistance Program Purpose Utility assistance programs available from the federal and state governments and from utility companies are coordinated to help low-income households meet their energy needs.  The Community Services Administration (CSA) subcontracts with community agencies to administer the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Utility Repair, Replacement and Deposit Program (URRD).  Through these programs services provided are utility deposits and payments.  Weatherization of homes is conducted and certain appliances can be repaired or replaced.  There are also a wide array of utility discount programs which are coordinated with these services.   A separate fact sheet has been prepared to provide more detailed information on them.   2002 - Utility Assistance Facts Number of households provided utility assistance payments      25,055 Contractors CSA contracts directly with 13 community agencies statewide to provide this service.  Some of these agencies contract with other agencies in their areas or provide itinerant services to assure statewide coverage.  A list of service contractors is available from CSA. Funding CSA provides funding in the amount of approximately $5 million annually for utility assistance benefits. For More Information Contact: Mary-Ellen Kane, Program Specialist 602-542-6600 or 1-800-357-4486