PIKE COUNTY, Mo. — Marcy Burleson (pictured left) of Louisiana has joined the North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) as an Energy Assistance Counselor.

Burleson will process applications to determine utility assistance eligibility and work with utility companies and clients. She is a 1986 graduate of Louisiana High School and an Army veteran with administrative experience.

Amanda Smith (pictured right) of Louisiana has joined the North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) as an administrative assistant in the Housing Development Department.

Smith will work with tenants and clients on homeownership counseling, work on special projects, attend regional meetings, schedule seminars and help in the grant process. She is a 1999 graduate of Bowling Green High School and previously worked as an executive assistant for an e-commerce firm.

People may inquire about NECAC Housing Development programs by calling Smith at 573-324-6622.