Galva City Council approves water assistance program, new maintenance worker

During their regular meeting Aug. 8, the Galva City Council approved a plan to help citizens in need afford water. The Low-Income Home Water Assistance Program was proposed by Mid Sioux Opportunity and would work similarly to their Heating Assistance Program, where qualified citizens will receive state funds to pay their water bill. The program will be in effect from October 2022 through September 2023. Information on who is eligible for the program and how to sign up will be posted at city hall.