Under the latest stimulus package is rental assistance funding for landlords.

Alison Rumler-Gomez, Community Action Executive Director, indicates when the moratorium on evictions took effect last year, landlords were impacted by the loss of rental income and were not eligible for funding assistance.

Rumler-Gomez notes while the landlords will be applying, the eligibility is based on the tenant's income. She indicates the income requirements have changed for this round of funding.

The first round of funding is projected to be distributed during May. Rumler-Gomez says Community Action is responsible for educating the public about the program and meeting with landlords to determine eligibility. Funds will be distributed by the Illinois Housing Authority.

Landlords interested should contact Community Action at (217) 732-2159 and ask for Charlie.