- November 27, 2024
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The most recent graduates of VITA are ready to do taxes next year. Courtesy photo
The United Way of Volusia-Flagler, through their VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program, are once again offering free tax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, and limited English speaking taxpayers, who need assistance in preparing their tax returns.
The first class of VITA volunteers completed their three day training and certification on December 2. For the past 12 years, the Campaign for Working Families VITA program has had steady growth in the two-county area, and has actively assessed, targeted and reached underserved populations. VITA volunteers have prepared more than 24,500 income tax returns, resulting in $30M back into our community, from tax refunds.
Flagler County Emergency Services and the National Weather Service will host a Skywarn Storm Spotter class, taught by Angela Enyedi, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, at 6 p.m., Monday, Dec. 12, at the Emergency Operations Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell. (Behind the Government Services Building)
Participants are eligible to become volunteer storm spotters, and assist Emergency Services and the National Weather Service, by reporting potentially hazardous weather events.
“This is a really important class because trained storm spotters serve as the local eyes of the National Weather Service,” said Bob Pickering, Flagler County Emergency Management Technician. “These reports from storm spotters mean that earlier warnings may be issued, which helps the entire community.”
Registration is required, call 313-4250, or email [email protected]
