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CAPE GAZETTE, Friday, April 21 - April 27, 2000 - 75 Conectiv encourages safety above all The first buds of new growth on trees, and lawns are beginning to lose that winter pallor. Spring is here! As you tune up your lawn mower, sharpen those hedge trimmers and pre- pare for outside projects, remember to put safety at the top of your list. Conectiv Power Delivery reminds everyone to think about safety first for outdoor projects for your home or business. Take a few moments to review these tips to help keep you, your family and your employees free from injury while spruc- ing up: • Working overhead: Never allow yourself or your tools or equipment to come into con- tact with overhead power lines. Keep items such as ladders, pool cleaning equipment, scaffolding, tree trimming equipment, and wooden tool extensions clear of overhead lines. Objects such as these can conduct elec- tricity, causing you or someone else serious in- jury. Carry these and other high-reaching pieces of equipment parallel to the ground. Be alert! Look up before you raise anything into the air to make sure you avoid contacting over- head power lines. If you will be working in proximity to overhead power lines in Delaware, you must call the owner of the pow- er lines, similar to calling Miss Utility before you dig. Many times the owner will be Conec- tiv Power Delivery. You can reach us at 800- 375-7117. They will help you determine how to safety perform the work you have planned. • Digging safely: For outdoor projects that require digging, make sure you call Miss Util- ity, at least two but not more than 10 full busi- ness days before you dig. If you scrape or puncture gas or electric lines with digging tools you could be seriously injured. Miss utility is a free service that identifies the ap- proximate location of underground utilities. When you call Miss Utility, a utility represen- tative will come to your residence, business or worksite and place marker indicating the loca- tion of underground utilities. Excavate pru- dently and carefully and take all reasonable steps necessary to properly protect, support and backfill underground utility lines. Do not dig within two feet of the markers. Calling Miss Utility can save you time, trouble and money. The Miss Utility phone number is 800- 441-8355. • Landscaping tips: It's a good idea to avoid planting trees directly beneath power lines, too. Don't forget to leave enough room for the tree to grow, without growing into the power lines. That little sapling can turn into a 10-foot, 15-foot or even 50-foot tree over time. All landscaping should be at least l0 feet away from the green transformer box on your lawn, and also from utility equipment or meter. • Use the proper equipment: Make sure you have the proper safety equipment four the job including safety glasses and gloves. Never use an electric tool or appliance in the rain, on wet surfaces, or while standing in damp grass. For example, keep the electric hedge trimmer in the garage until the ground is dry and any dew has evaporated. Check your extension cords. Discard them if they are cut, frayed or missing the grounding prong. While you're working outside, use outlets equipped with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs). GFCIs can prevent serious electric shock if a tool mal- functions. For emergency service, to report a power outage, or to report downed power lines, call Conectiv Power Delivery's emergency number at 800-375-7117. Innovative program provides financial secrets All across the country, home- owners over the age of 61 are en- joying financial security through participation in the FHA-Insured reverse mortgage program. The program allows homeowners to draw tax-free income from their home equity without requiring monthly repa,ment. No longer do older homeowners need to com- promise their standard of living to keep up with rising expenses. For many Americans, the gold- en years are not very golden. Health-care costs, home mainte- nance expenses and property tax- es keep going up. For someone on a fixed income, it's often a challenge to keep pace. Now, thanks to the advocacy of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), and with the backing of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the reverse mortgage pro- gram provides a way to supple- ment their income. A reverse mortgage is a safe fi- nancial alternative enabling older homeowners to remain in their homes for years and to enjoy a se- cure retirement. Reverse mort- gages enable older homeowners to access the built-up home equity in their home with repayment of the loan deferred until they no longer live in the home. Proceeds from the program are tax free and can be received monthly, in cash or a credit line can be established. Historically, income qualifica- tions have prevented many older adults from qualifying for tradi- tional loans. Until recently, many of these homeowners were forced to sell their homes and move in order to cover their expenses. While there is no restriction on the use of the money, quite often the cash is used to pay off a cur- rent mortgage, to pay off some credit cards, to pay property taxes and insurance, and, of course, travel. Seniors often worry that the expenses of homeownership will force them to lower their standard of living. This is a choice older home- owners should not have to make. With the reverse mortgage pro- gram, participants now have ac- cess to additional cash resources without having to use their fixed monthly income. To learn more, call Jeffrey Moulton of Norwest Mortgage's reverse mortgage department at 800-950-3297. Don't dream your life away! We can make your dreams come true. Home Equity Special Rehoboth Bay Realty, Co. REAL ESTATE FOR THE REAL WORLD centrbr@dmv.com 302-945 -7600 Quality Service Pinnacle Award Winning Office SPOTLIGHT ON VALUE! Carefree living in this 3 BR, 2 BA ranch in Sherwood Forrest. Home offers central air, utility room, sundeck, easy care vinyl sid- ing, fllt-in windows and a 6' privacy fence in the back yard. All this is on a lovely wooded lot close to stores, restaurants and golf. $95,000. YOUR SPECIAL PLACE! Looking for a trouble free vacation or any- time getaway? 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