General & Emergency Assistance:  One of the most important functions of a township government is to provide General & Emergency Assistance for town residents who are going through a difficult time in their lives.  It is not a permanent form of income, but it will help town residents who are not eligible for other forms of government assistance.  A typical client must meet the following criteria:

        Live in Coal Valley Township

        Be in the process of applying for social security, or

        Lost a job and searching for employment

Once the individual is eligible for General Assistance he/she can also be eligible for medical assistance.  Emergency Assistance is offered to residents who are awaiting other forms of assistance and are faced with a life-threatening situation.

The Coal Valley Township has an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Moline Township and all referrals are processed by them.