Metro Action Commission
Coverage of Metro Action Commission in the Nexus archive.
- Free air conditioners and cooling assistance are available this summer for those who need help
Tennesseans, particularly in Davidson County, can access free air conditioners and cooling assistance through programs like Metro Action Commission's Summer Cooling Program, which serves income-eligible residents including the elderly, families with young children, and disabled individuals. Similar resources are available in Hendersonville and Clarksville via utility providers, nonprofits, and home repair programs.
- Census data model: Nearly 50K Tennessee households may not have access to air conditioning
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 49,722 Tennessee households lack air conditioning, with extreme heat posing risks. Christina Joann Rainey, a single mother in Carroll County, struggles to replace a failing AC system she cannot afford, relying on temporary cooling methods and community aid. Cooling centers and local programs offer limited relief, but resources vary by region.
- Metro Action Commission offering free A/C units to eligible Davidson County residents
The Metro Action Commission is providing free air conditioning units to eligible Davidson County residents, including those 60 or older, with children under 5, or with medical conditions like asthma or high blood pressure. As of June 26, 42 units had been distributed, and the agency anticipates exceeding last year's total of 140 due to high demand.
- Metro Action Commission is providing free air conditioners to Nashvillians. Here are the requirements to qualify
The Metro Action Commission (MAC) in Nashville is offering free air conditioners to qualifying Davidson County residents through its Summer Cooling Program. Eligible individuals include those aged 60+ or households with children under 5, disabled adults, or handicapped members who meet income guidelines. Applications require documentation and run from May 1 to August 31.