Govt. Pays Electricity Bill For Old People’s Home

Written by Media Release
Sunday, 17 August 2008
In response to The Little Sisters of the Poor, Mapuifagalele’s plea for Government assistance with their monthly electricity bills, the Government of Samoa has stepped in for the next 12 months. On Tuesday 12 August 2008, the Minister of Works, Transport and Infrastructure, Honourable Tuisugaletaua Sofara Aveau, on behalf of the Government, presented a letter to the Management of the Little Sisters of the Poor, advising them of the Government’s support. The Government support through its Community Service Obligation (CSO), as stated in the letter, is providing financial assistance of $48,000 for one year ( i.e. $4,000 per month) to Mapuifagalele’s electricity bills. Starting from July 2008, $4,000 will be deducted from their monthly electricity bill, and paid for by Government through its Community Service Obligation. “The Government of Samoa appreciates the good work that you are contributing for the elderly persons of Samoa and wishes you continued success with the running of the Home for the Aged” Honourable Tuisugaletaua Sofara Aveau said, during the presentation. Sister Josephine Chan Ting in return thanked the Government of Samoa, for this assistance, as this will assist them financially. Members of the Electric Power Corporation’s Board of Directors, along with some of the Management were also present to witness this event. Comments (0) Subscribe to this comment's feed Write comment Name Email Title Comment

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