11 Timely and Meaningful Public Participation, , 2605(b)(12) - Assurance 12, 2605(c)(2)

11.1 How did you obtain input from the public in the development of your LIHEAP plan? Select all that apply. Note: Tribes do not need to hold a public hearing but must ensure participation through other means. Tribal Council meeting(s) Public Hearing(s) Draft Plan posted to website and available for comment Hard copy of plan is available for public view and comment Comments from applicants are recorded Request for comments on draft Plan is advertised Stakeholder consultation meeting(s) Comments are solicited during outreach activities Other - Describe: To facilitate input from the public regarding the structure of the Home Energy Assistance Program, Development: Requested written comments regarding ways to improve the FY 2024 HEAP program from all local Energy Assistance Providers. • Development will conduct a public hearing on July 15, 2025. • Received feedback from the Ohio HEAP Leadership Association (OHLA) on Energy Assistance Program processes. Development has met with OHLA to discuss potential changes to the programs. • OHLA recommended a continued waiver of face-to-face client interviews. Public Hearings, 2605(a)(2) - For States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Only 11.2 List the date and location(s) that you held public hearing(s) on the proposed use and distribution of your LIHEAP funds? Date Event Description 1 07/15/2025 FY 2025 LIHEAP Public Hearing 11.3. How many parties commented on your plan at the hearing(s)? 27 11.4 Summarize the comments you received at the hearing(s). The programs really made a difference for the community. 11.5 What changes did you make to your LIHEAP plan as a result of public participation and solicitation of input? N/A If any of the above questions require further explanation or clarification that could not be made in the fields provided, attach a document with said explanation here.