Dateline: September 12, 2002

PCS receives high honor from state 

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs recognized Panhandle Community Services (PCS) with the largest merit award over 52 other agencies. 

PCS received $12,180.00 for outstanding performance in transiting families out of poverty.

The Executive Directors Conference held in San Antonio recognized community action agencies for addressing Federal Welfare Reform mandates.  PCS competed with 52 agencies that compete for awards.  The state of Texas awarded $98,365.00 to 24 agencies.

Johnny Raymond – Executive Director, Phyllis Cook – Deputy Director, and Paulette Flores – Administrative Assistant received the award on behalf of PCS.

“This award is truly appreciated on behalf of  our 13 centers,” Raymond stated.  “It illustrates what Community Action Agencies accomplish.  They truly help people and change lives.”

Robbie Hill, local Center Coordinator, and her staff received recognition for their contribution to the success of the recognition.

The local staff helps clients with housing and Families in Training in four counties along with  medical and local transportation which includes transporting children to school.  They also have out of town medical transportation to surrounding towns. 

Clarendon PCS oversees the energy program in Donley, Hall, Briscoe, and Armstrong counties.  They have the weatherization program that helps make homes more energy efficient.  They also oversee a food pantry for those who are in need of emergency help with groceries for their families. 

They also have intake and referral services; and they try to keep the names and numbers of agencies that can provide assistance.

The local staff includes Robbie Hill, Lori Mays, Linda Horton, Peggy Soneth, and Mac Smith.