Oklahoma Electric Co-op News May 2016

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Volume 64, Issue 11

CO OP Oklahoma Electric NEWS

May 2016

Juniors from Amber, Norman named winners of 2016 Youth Tour May is National Electrical Safety Month More inside

Board of Trustees District Bob Usry, President 8 John Jensen, Vice President 6 Percy Moreu, Sec. Treasurer 2 Ronnie Grover, Asst. Sec. Treasurer 4 Mike Argo 1 Rusty Grissom 3 Frank Wilson 5 Verle Barnes 7 Ronnie Tharp 9

Oklahoma Electric Cooperative 321-2024, FAX 405-217-6900 http://www.okcoop.org OECNews@okcoop.org Co-op Manager .......................Patrick Grace VP of Engineering.................Thad Peterson VP of Operations...............Randy Simmons VP of Administration................Jonna Buck VP of Metering.........,..............John Spencer Oklahoma Electric Co-op News is published monthly by Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, 242 24th Ave. NW, Norman, OK 73069, (USPS-865-700). Subscription rates: $6.00 per year for non-members, 50¢ per year for members. Periodical postage paid at Norman, OK and other additional mailing offices.

POSTMASTER: Please send form 3579 to: Oklahoma Electric Co-op News, PO Box 1208, Norman, OK 73070.

“Co-op News” Editor Brianna Wall

Hidden Account Numbers Worth $300

Each month, OEC will pay $50 to the two co-op members who locate their hidden account numbers inside the Co-op News that month. The hidden account numbers will be placed at random within the text of each issue and not on the mailing label. The amounts will simultaneously increase in $50 increments until one or both account numbers are located by their respective owners or until the maximum of $500 is reached.

1. One of the hidden account numbers must be your own.

2. You must advise OEC by phone, mail or in person at the co-op’s office by the 15th of the month.

If you find your account number call the Member Services department at 217-6708.

From the top Patrick Grace, Chief Executive Officer

What’s in it for “we?”

One of the most attractive features through job loss, decline in housing of cooperatives is that we answer values and school closures. Because the popular question, “What’s in it local residents own a majority of for me?” with “What’s in it for we!” cooperatives, they are less likely to Cooperatives are formed when the leave their community. In fact, it market fails to offer a good or service, would be impossible for OEC to with decent quality, at an affordable leave central Oklahoma. The co-op price. OEC was formed in is a critical part of what 1937 because, when investormakes the community a owned utilities realized community. there was not enough profit Here at OEC, our to be made in our rural employees understand the communities, they refused to value in the work we do offer electricity. for you. As our veteran The founding members employees retire and a new of OEC went door to door generation takes their place, ...we are to collect $5 in order to raise we are continually reminding continually a portion of the original ourselves of the history of the reminding investment the co-op co-op and the reason it has ourselves of needed. Those “go-getters” thrived for almost 80 years. the history of realized the only way to The way co-ops continue the co-op and get electricity for me was to answer the question, the reason it to get it for we, the whole “What’s in it for we?” is has thrived for community. critical to their survival. almost 80 years. It is imperative we keep Cooperative ownership is in the hands of the people you – our members – as who use the co-op’s goods the primary focus. Keeping and the services (not investors), rates as low as possible is one major so not only do co-ops start out part of that focus, but ensuring that answering the question of “What’s in we provide real value as your trusted it for we?” – they continue to answer energy advisor is also extremely that question for as long as they exist. important.

These days, we often hear about By maintaining that focus with companies that abandon their local your help and support, we will communities and move overseas continue to be able to serve the “me” in search of cheaper labor. This and the “we” in our community long negatively impacts the community into the future.

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Oklahoma Electric

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Meet the 2016 Youth Tour winners!

In This Issue..

OEC receives nationwide Osmose award for wood pole management

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Derec Janaway heading to Bolivia this fall

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Co-ops launch nonpartisan engagement program

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Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month Avoid setting your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and unnecessary expense.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy

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Make sure your voice is heard

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ORU Report Youth & Leadership Energy Efficiency Tasty Treats Kidz Korner Classified Ads In observance of Memorial Day, OEC’s offices will be closed Monday, May 30.

If you experience a power outage or spot an electrical safety hazard, dispatchers and service personnel will be on duty and can be reached at 405-321-2024.

OPERATION

Round Up

New applications now a requirement for all applicants

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ll those applying for assistance from the Operation Round Up® (ORU) program must now submit the newer version of the paper application. Old versions will continue to be returned to applicants.

Last year, ORU Coordinator Tory Tedder-Loffland streamlined the application process, updating the paper applications to a more simplified version.

“Previously, the applications consisted of seven pages,” said Tedder-Loffland. “Prior to the digital take-over when everything became paperless, we were making copies of all applications for each board member; Talk about a lot of paper.

I was able to condense all of the information needed into three pages.”

The OEC Foundation, Inc. board now requires the newer version of the application be submitted prior to board review. All old versions have been removed from OEC’s website for quite some time and there should be no more in circulation.

“We receive old applications from time to time as a result of agencies that printed them in bulk and continue to distribute them to those in need,” said Tedder-Loffland. “Old applications will be returned, which could cause a delay in the board reviewing them.”

At press time, the next

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CONGRATULATIONS

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LYNNE!

OEC Foundation, Inc. board member Lynne Miller in April was elected mayor of Norman.

meeting has not been scheduled.

Applications – individual/family and organizational – can be found at www.okcoop.org/ORU. Mail completed applications and appropriate documents to OEC, Attn: ORU, P.O. Box 1208, Norman, OK, 73070. Contact Tory Tedder-Loffland at 217-6726 or ORU@okcoop.org for more information.

OEC Foundation, Inc. Financial Statement Beginning Balance 3/22/16......................................$121,813.62 April deposit..............................$19,225.57 Interest............................................$100.37 Checks issued.............................-$7,054.27 Approved, not paid.................-$11,120.87 Ending balance 4/19/16........$122,964.42 Financial statement by: Amanda Dierking

OEC Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors Jamey Allen • Leroy Bayliff Alan Davenport • Ronnie Fulks Vivian Gibson • Lynne Miller Sunny Stuart • Beckie Turner Joyce Wallace

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OEC awarded Best in Class by Osmose

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smose named OEC Best in Class in the cooperative category in its 2015 Wood Pole Management Awards. The awards recognize outstanding pole inspection and treatment programs and practices, with the four awardwinning companies representing the cooperative, municipal, investorowned utility and telecommunication markets. [3211143400] “The Wood Pole Management Awards recognize pole owners who have successfully implemented wood pole inspection and treatment programs that contribute to positive financial, structural reliability, and operational outcomes, including effective risk management and enhanced safety,” said Nelson Bingel, vice president of product integration for Osmose. “These utilities have model programs that not only meet, but exceed regulatory mandates

while providing benchmarks for the industry as a whole.”

Companies awarded the Wood Pole Management Award have best-in-class programs that utilize a comprehensive inspection process to accurately assess the condition of the pole and evaluate bending capacity.

Remedial treatment(s) are applied to arrest decay and extend the useful life of the pole. Should the remaining bending capacity of a pole be less than required by code, restoration options are evaluated to rehabilitate or upgrade poles rather than replace them, which ultimately helps to avoid unnecessary cost and delay.

“Providing reliable service to our members is a top priority of ours,” said Randy Simmons, vice president of operations. “Our partnership with Osmose and its pole inspection program goes way back as a result of our commitment to our members.

We are fortunate to have a board of directors that understands the importance of maintaining our infrastructure so it will be as strong and reliable as possible when storms come.”

OEC instituted its pole program 34 years ago. It is a truly comprehensive program, involving inspection, treatment, load estimating and restoration components.

Inspections are conducted annually on a 10-year cycle utilizing both internal and external preservative treatments to extend pole life. While at the pole, technicians evaluate the pole’s remaining strength. Technicians also use a mobile load screening tool to identify poles that are overloaded as well as poles that are less than fully loaded, allowing for proper adjustments in the strength requirements. Poles that fail to meet strength requirements are evaluated for restoration, and any poles deemed restorable go into the queue for trussing to restore code-mandated strength. As a result of this robust program, OEC typically has a reject rate of 1 percent or less each year!

Osmose, headquartered in Peachtree City in suburban Atlanta, Georgia, provides a wide variety of inspection, maintenance and rehabilitation services and products to electric and telecommunications utilities.

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Osmose Director of Business Development Rex Harris, left, presents CEO Patrick Grace and Manager of Overhead Construction Joe Tarp with the 2015 Wood Pole Management Best in Class award.

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OEC named 2016 Tree Line USA by Arbor Day Foundation

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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • May 2016

he Arbor Day Foundation recently named Oklahoma Electric Cooperative a 2016 Tree Line USA. The title recognizes best practices in public and private utility arboriculture, demonstrating how trees and utilities can co-exist for the benefit of communities and citizens.

“It has become a standard for OEC to achieve Tree Line USA recognition each year,” said Joe Torres, manager of vegetation management. “Our practices have long been above the norm. We know our members depend on safe, reliable electricity, and we work to ensure we can provide that while protecting and enhancing the vegetation in the areas we work.”

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The Arbor Day Foundation collaborates with the National Association of State Foresters on this initiative. These state foresters bring expertise in balancing the demands of expanding utility needs in our communities alongside the benefits of providing adequate care for our urban forests.

“Trees are a critical part of urban landscapes all across the United States,” said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Service providers like OEC demonstrate that it’s possible for trees and utilities to co-exist and thrive.

OEC achieved Tree Line USA by meeting five program standards.

Utilities must follow industry

standards for quality tree care; provide annual worker training in best tree practices; sponsor a tree-planting and public education program; maintain a tree-based energy conservation program; and participate in an Arbor Day celebration.

More information about Tree Line USA can be found at www.arborday. org/TreeLineUSA. The Arbor Day Foundation is a million member nonprofit conservation and education organization with the mission to inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. More on the Foundation and its programs can be found at arborday.org.

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Lineman Derec Janaway selected to help electrify Bolivia

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erec Janaway, journeyman power lineman, will join six other linemen and engineers from across Oklahoma who have been selected to serve on the Energy Trails Electrification Project.

The project to bring electricity to underdeveloped areas will take place later this year in the country of Bolivia.

“This will be a trip unlike any other I’ve taken,” said Janaway. “I’m used to building lines to new homes and businesses or maintaining what’s already there, but to actually bring people electricity who have never had it before will be an exciting thing.”

The Energy Trails project marks the first electrification project sponsored by Oklahoma’s electric cooperatives. Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives (OAEC) is joining forces with the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives

(AMEC) to electrify two remote villages in northern Bolivia. Seven volunteers, plus one safety director will represent Oklahoma in the project that is slated for the period of Aug. 1 to Aug. 17, 2016.

“Rural electric cooperatives are known for bringing power to areas that would not otherwise enjoy electricity,” said Chris Meyers, OAEC general manager. “It’s rewarding to know we will play a part in making a difference in the lives of families who are striving for a better quality of life.”

The project is possible through the coordination and leadership of NRECA International Foundation, the philanthropic arm for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association based in Arlington, Va. The foundation has worked hand in hand with communities to establish their co-ops in places like Philippines, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Haiti and

South Sudan.

OAEC’s International Committee, comprised of trustees from the statewide association board, received 39 applications from linemen, electricians and engineers representing 17 out of 27 distribution systems in the state.

“It’s hard for a lot of us to really grasp what it’s like living without electricity,” said OEC CEO Patrick Grace. “Some of our members might still remember when the lights came on for the first time, and to recreate that feeling for the residents of Bolivia will be remarkable. We are honored to have a representative in Derec on the team that will change lives in Bolivia.”

The project is scheduled to take place this fall. To learn more, visit www.nrecainternational.coop. Keep up with the project in real time at energytrails.wordpress.com.

Countdown to Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation Night 2016

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We introduced you last month to a preview of the changes set to take place at this year’s Annual Meeting.

From registration and dinner to entertainment and kids’ activities, it will look different but will remain functional and member-focused.

Last year, you requested more hat options, and we heard you. To the right is a preview of the different hat options you can expect to choose from this year. We will offer the triedand-true hat, as well as ladies’ hats and a visor.

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YOUTH &

Leadership

Youth Tour winners awarded trips to D.C. following change in contest format

By Brianna Wall

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EC on March 31 awarded four local high school juniors all-expenses-paid trips to Washington, D.C. this summer.

Caleb Anderson from Norman (Little Axe), Dalton Miller from Amber, James Thompson from Norman (Community Christian) and Katherine Wallace from Norman (Little Axe) will represent OEC as they spend seven days touring Washington, D.C.’s historic monuments and museums, meeting with Oklahoma’s Congressional delegation and making dozens of new, lifelong friends.

As winners of the 2016 Youth Tour contest, the students will travel to the nation’s capital in June along with 70 of their peers from across the state – those 70 others will have also won their local co-op’s Youth Tour contests.

“I am so proud of our four Youth Tour winners,” said Tory TedderLoffland, education and outreach coordinator. “They rose to the occasion and really impressed us and the judges with their presentations at the banquet.”

For over 40 years, applicants of the contest were required to pen an

essay. The top 10 entrants proceeded to conduct an interview and speech before the winners were selected.

This year, the format changed from speeches to presentations – in line with evolving higher education and workplace standards.

“It is becoming more and more important to be able to express yourself, your thoughts and ideas in a format that is visually appealing and will keep an audience’s attention rather than through written words in an essay,” said Tedder-Loffland.

“College instructors and employers are looking for well-spoken young adults who can convey an idea using multimedia. The new format of our Youth Tour contest was intended to prepare these already bright individuals for what could be a vital skill in their very near future.”

The winning presentations were chosen out of 30 entries. Ten finalists attended a one-day presentation workshop, where Rhett Laubach, founder of YourNextSpeaker, LLC, helped the students hone their speaking and presenting skills. This is the second year the workshop has been conducted as part of the Youth Tour contest and has proven to be

a valuable addition to an already prestigious contest.

“We invited the finalists and their families to a banquet at OEC’s headquarters in Norman, where the presentations, along with a live question and answer session with the judges – also a new addition to the contest – took place,” said TedderLoffland.

The panel of judges included Anna Politano, managing editor of the Oklahoma Living magazine; Tim Rasnic, director of development, University Libraries, at the University of Oklahoma; and John Woods, president and CEO of the Norman Chamber of Commerce.

“Students always return from the trip to D.C. with a renewed appreciation for American heroes and a host of new friends,” said Tedder-Loffland. “We are excited to witness the development and successes of these four outstanding students.”

Tedder-Loffland will be accompanying the winners on Youth Tour to D.C. this summer as a chaperone, as will Amanda Hardy, OEC’s human resource administrator.

One of seven principles by which all cooperatives function, Commitment to Community represents OEC’s dedication to the next generation of co-op members.

Youth Tour is part of our continuous commitment to the communities we serve.

Caleb Anderson Little Axe High School Caleb is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, Spanish club, academic team and more. He participates in cross country and track and enjoys discussion regarding philosophy, religion and politics.

He would like to attend an Ivy League school in the future.

Dalton Miller

James Thompson Katherine Wallace

Amber-Pocasset High School Community Christian School Dalton currently serves as chapter secretary of the Amber-Pocasset FFA and has been involved in several FFA experiences.

His livestock judging team represented Oklahoma at the 2015 American Royal.

In addition to showing steers, Dalton is active in his church youth group where he has served on mission trips.

He plans on studying agricultural law at Oklahoma State University.

James, who is ranked first in his class with a 4.0 GPA, is part of Student Council, National Honor Society, Key Club, YMCA Youth and Government and more.

He takes part in football and baseball and has logged over 250 volunteer hours for Children’s Miracle Network, St. Jude’s and more.

He plans on attending the University of Oklahoma’s law school and eventually having a career in politics.

Little Axe High School Katherine is a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, Modern Music Masters Honor Society, show choir, softball and archery.

She enjoys fishing, hunting, singing and volunteering in nursing homes.

Katherine hopes to attend the University of Oklahoma and aspires to become a surgeon.

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ENERGY

Efficiency

Retrofitting your manufactured home for energy efficiency

By Anne Prince

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f you live in a manufactured home, chances are you may have a disproportionately higher energy bill than a family living in a modular or traditional wood-frame home. The good news is there are many ways you can improve your home’s energy efficiency.

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MANUFACTURED OR MOBILE HOME?

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First, a clarification. Some use the term manufactured home and mobile home interchangeably. A mobile home is a factory built home constructed before 1976 when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) set national standards that nearly every manufactured home must meet.

Thereafter, factory-built homes were called manufactured homes and are engineered and constructed in accordance with the 1976 federal code administered by HUD. Manufactured homes come in all shapes and sizes. They may be single- or multi-sectioned and are available in various sizes and floor plan configurations. There are many differences between manufactured homes built before the U.S. HUD Code took effect in 1976 and those built afterward. One of the major differences is energy efficiency.

Those built before federal standards were put in place were generally not as energy efficient as later models,

even though thermal standards were changed in 1994. And while your manufactured home may have been built to the energy standards of the time, significant progress has been made over the past decades with high-efficiency mechanical equipment, windows, insulation, siding and roofing materials.

In short, whether your home is less than five years old or more than 50, most homes can benefit from energy efficiency measures simply due to wear and tear. Sunlight, seasonal temperature changes and wind can increase air leakage. Doors and windows may not close tightly and duct work can spring leaks, wasting cooling and heating energy.

If your home was built before 1976, the Dept. of Energy recommends the following steps to retrofit your manufactured home and improve energy efficiency: • Install energy-efficient windows and doors • Replace insulation in the belly • Make general repairs (seal bottom board, caulk windows, doors, ducts, etc.)

• Add insulation to your walls • Install or seal belly wrap • Add insulation to your roof or install a roof cap.

FIND NO- OR LOW-COST SAVINGS The U.S. Department of Housing

and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research encourages finding low-cost fixes (or, even better, NO-cost) that will provide great energy savings relative to cost.

• Roof: At a cost of $100 to $500, add a reflective, cool roof coating. This can be rolled or sprayed directly onto the roof. Those able to handle basic tools can do this project themselves. You can also add a sloped roof, allowing for extra insulation above the ceiling.

This requires a slightly higher investment (more than $500, potentially) and a higher skill level.

• Utility closet: Drain a gallon from the water heater tank once a year to remove bottom sediment. This doesn’t cost anything and does not require any skill. Cleaning or replacing the furnace filter, insulating the water heater and the pipes leading from it and setting the water heater thermostat to 120 degrees F are all free or low-cost steps you can take to save money instantly.

• Living room: In the living room, install polyethylene or disposable plastic window insulating kits (low-cost), or,

If you’re reading the digital edition, click here to find out just how energy efficient your home is

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spend a little more to install interior storm windows.

Kitchen: The kitchen offers several ways to save energy, such as cleaning the light fixtures to improve light efficiency, replacing incandescent bulbs with CFLs or LEDs and replacing the refrigerator door seal if it won’t hold a dollar bill when it’s closed. These are all no- or low-cost options anyone can do.

Bedroom: Simple steps, such as removing or covering window air conditioners during cold months and

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cleaning or replacing air conditioner filters, will add up to big savings.

Underbelly: Energy-saving options are abundant in the underbelly of your manufactured home. No- to low-cost steps you can take include patching or replacing damaged bottom board and sealing duct ends and connections with mastic. If you’re looking to invest a little more money, consider installing a well-sealed, insulated skirt around the base of your home. You can also check and add insulation

under the floor.

The more steps you can take to reduce your energy consumption, the more savings you will see reflected on your bill.

ADDITIONAL ENERGY SAVING TIPS In addition to the measures listed above, consider caulking and weatherstripping windows and doors, particularly if you are not able to replace them with more energyefficient ones. Properly seal any openings around ducts and plumbing fixtures. Replace any incandescent light bulbs with LEDs – both indoors and outside. Reduce “phantom” loads by unplugging electronic devices such as computers, printers and gaming systems when not in use. If you are planning to move to a new manufactured home, look for the Energy Star rated model.

For more information about energy efficiency improvements for manufactured homes and other energy efficiency needs, visit www.

TogetherWeSave.com.

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Anne Prince writes on cooperative issues for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Arlington, Va.-based service arm of the nation’s 900-plus consumer-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperatives.

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ELECTRICAL

Safety

National Electrical Safety Month addresses common home electrical hazards

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ay is National Electrical Safety Month and OEC is teaming up with the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) to spearhead the annual effort to raise awareness of potential home electrical hazards and the importance of electrical safety.

“Extension cord misuse and overburdened electrical systems are two of the main causes of home electrical fires,” said ESFI President Brett Brenner. “It is important to be aware of these common and preventable hazards, as well as other safety measures you can take to ensure that your home is electrically safe.”

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates 47,700 home structure fires reported to U.S.

fire departments each year involve some type of electrical failure or malfunction as a factor contributing to ignition. These fires result in 418 civilian deaths, 1,570 civilian injuries and $1.4 billion in property damage.

Awareness and education are critical to reduce the incidence of electrical fires, and ESFI sponsors National Electrical Safety Month each May to educate the public.

OEC’s Do Watts Wise program teaches everyday electrical safety around and outside the home to elementary students. The interactive program teaches children to always be aware of the dangers of electricity and to stay away from power lines.

ESFI encourages the sharing of its campaign resources and developed The National Electrical Safety Month

2015 Electrical Safety Advocate Guide to provide the resources necessary to raise awareness of safe practices. Whether you want to educate a loved one or raise awareness in your community, school or workplace, this guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to be an Electrical Safety Advocate and help champion the cause of minimizing electrically-related deaths and injuries.

Electrical safety awareness and education among consumers, families, employees and communities will prevent electrical fires, injuries and fatalities. For more information about electrical safety, visit www.esfi. org. [1805101305]

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The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) sponsors National Electrical Safety Month each May to increase public awareness of the electrical hazards around us at home, work, school, and play. ESFI is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to promoting electrical safety. For more information about ESFI and electrical safety, visit www.esfi.org.

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Co-ops launch non-partisan voter engagement program

By Justin LaBerge

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merica’s electric cooperatives have launched a non-partisan, nationwide effort to promote civic engagement and voter participation in the communities they serve.

Jeffrey Connor, interim CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, unveiled the Co-ops Vote program at the association’s 74th annual meeting in New Orleans.

“Through Co-ops Vote, we want to help our members know when elections are, what’s at stake and how to make their voices heard,” Connor said. “Who folks vote for isn’t really as important as the fact that they do vote.”

The Co-ops Vote initiative will focus on eight issues that are important to health and prosperity of communities served by electric cooperatives: 33 Rural Broadband Access 33 Hiring and Honoring Veterans 33 Low-Income Energy Assistance 33 Cybersecurity 33 Water Regulation 33 Rural Health Care Access 33 Affordable and Reliable Energy 33 Renewable Energy “Electric cooperatives are perfectly

designed to help address these important issues,” Connor said. “We can make politics ‘local’ again because civic engagement is part of our DNA.” A new website, vote.coop, offers co-op members information on the voter registration process in their state, dates of elections, information on the candidates running in those elections, and explanations of the eight key issues the campaign aims to address.

In keeping with its non-partisan goals, the initiative will not be endorsing specific candidates for office.

“We want to make sure our government knows that rural America matters,” said Mel Coleman, president of NRECA and CEO of North Arkansas Electric Cooperative. “This campaign isn’t about divisive, partisan issues. It’s about real people in real places facing real challenges. It’s about our co-ops living out the principles of our movement: Concern for community and democratic control.”

Connor cited partisan gridlock in Washington, the explosive growth of money in politics and the effects of gerrymandering as important reasons for launching the program.

“Elections aren’t won and lost in

November anymore,” Connor said.

“They’re really decided in primaries months sooner, when fewer voters recognize the opportunity to vote, fewer participate and only a handful of issues are up for debate.”

This results in a Congress where more members represent the extremes of each political party and are less inclined to seek compromise and bipartisan solutions to problems.

“The electric cooperative movement has always been nonpartisan, and our communities are facing too many challenges to have a government crippled by bickering,” Coleman said. “When our parents and grandparents set out to electrify rural America, they didn’t have time to ask the person next to them about their views on economic or social policy.

Their economic policy was ‘we need to save this community’ and their social policy was ‘let’s do it together.’ I hope the Co-ops Vote program can help rekindle that spirit of cooperation.”

For more information about Coops Vote and the impact of these eight key issues on the people of Oklahoma, visit vote.coop.

Justin LaBerge writes on consumer and cooperative affairs for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Arlington, Va.based service arm of the nation’s 900-plus consumer-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperatives.

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In honor of reamy hicken nchiladas by Meggan, CulinaryHill.com Cinco de Mayo, I thought I Nonstick spray would share my 1 tbsp butter, melted favorite Mexican 1 tbsp flour food recipes this 1 10-oz can red enchilada sauce month.

1 cup chicken broth Two of my 1/4 tsp salt favorite things about 1/4 tsp pepper Mexican food are its 1 tbsp vegetable oil bold flavor and use of 1 medium onion, diced 1 4-oz can green chilies, drained fresh ingredients. Last 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded and divided year, I shared wonderful 1 cup sour cream guacamole and salsa 1 cup queso fresco cheese, crumbled recipes, both of which would 8 6-inch corn tortillas be perfect complements to 2 cups Monterey jack cheese, shredded these enchiladas. Also a great side dish: cilantro lime rice. This Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 8 1/2 x 11-inch rimmed baking dish with rice packs a lot of flavor and tastes nonstick spray. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter, then add flour great on its own, plus it’s easy and and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in enchilada sauce, broth, salt and pepper; quick to make.

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Keep When cooking your favorite warm over low heat until enchiladas are ready to assemble. In medium saucepan or skillet, heat oil until simmering. Add onions and green chilies. Heat until onions white rice, add lime juice (half to have softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add chicken, sour cream and crumbled whole lime, depending on its size), queso fresco. Stir until creamy, about 3 minutes. Keep warm over low heat. On chopped cilantro and a sprinkling of microwave safe plate, wrap corn tortillas in damp paper towels. Microwave 40 garlic powder, salt and pepper. seconds. Remove enchilada sauce from heat. Spread 1/2 cup of sauce in bottom While the rice is a healthy side dish, of baking dish. Working with one tortilla at a time, add 1/4 cup of creamy the enchiladas are full of creamy, stringy chicken filling to warmed tortilla. Roll tortilla around filling and place it seamcheese and are at the opposite end of side down in baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Pour remaining the healthy Mexican food spectrum. enchilada sauce over rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with Monterey jack. Bake Of course, some assembly is required, until cheese is hot and bubbly, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven which means you can add or reduce the and let stand 5 minutes. Garnish with scallions and serve. ingredients to suit your taste buds.

If you’re reading the If you have a recipe you’d like digital edition, click here to share, email it to OECNews@ for a step-by-step tutorial okcoop.org. Have a great May!

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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • May 2016

1. Safe: The space in front of the heater is clear.

2. Unsafe: The woman is wearing baggy clothes while cooking.

3. Unsafe: The girl has a liquid near an electrical device.

4. Unsafe: The curtains might blow into the candle.

5. Safe: The boy is with an adult who is cooking.

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• ‘15 Bosan 250 enduro, 74 actual miles, alarm system panic button, remote start, asking $3,000 OBO. Ronnie, 899-7582.

• ‘88 Jayco Popup, solid frame, rebuilt body ends, no interior, no title, good utility trlr or rebuilding project, $300 OBO. 380-6834.

• Eagle Alloy 5 Star 15” rims, very nice, $350, text for pics.

664-5329.

• Set of 16” rims w/center caps, tires are about 30%, came off a Chevy truck, $200 OBO. Text 642-3954.

• email/text ad, phone # and OEC account # to • OEC headquarters, 242 24th Ave NW, Norman

• GM 03-07 Speedometer Repair, $100. 213-8014.

• ‘04 Kawasaki Vulcan Mean Streak 1600, 6,734mi, runs good, custom Corbin seat&Hard Krome exhaust, eng guards, windshield and stock seat, $5,500. Call/text 613-0540.

• Speakers for 55 Chevrolet. 872-3629.

• ’05 Jeep Grand Cherokee, $3,800 cash only. 818-9011.

Farm & Equipment • 65 Massey Fergusion, brush hog, 2 plows, springtooth, disk, $3,500 for tractor, $500ea for equipment OBO. 642-0930.

• Cub Cadet 1046 Time Saver ztr lawn tractor, Kohler Courage 20hp eng, 46”deck, good blades, new battery, $1,600 obo. 288-6444 or 826-4763.

• Morgan Wright Trucking: Asphalt millings, dirt, sand, gravel, low rates. 532-9522.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available. 207-8906.

• I buy tractors, running or not.

527-9457 or 208-1089.

• Wanted tractors dead or alive, any kind any size, quick response. 641-7728 or 352-4816.

• ‘10 Dodge Ram, 77K mi, $14,000; 8n Ford tractor, $3,000; Finishing mower brushhog $275; bucket $75; JDtractor ’14 37hrs, front loader &scraper blade, $23,000.

312-4819.

• ‘05 Utility Van trailer, $7,500.

655-3146.

• 1 riding lawnmower; Stihl gas hedger; 1 electric hedger; 2 gas seedeaters; walk-behind self-prop John Deere mower.

527-1030.

• High qual used draft horse equipment, harnesses, farm collar, stud cart, training sled.

Roger, 537-2221.

• New Holland square bale stacker/wagon, holds 105 bales.

640-0961.

• 2 ½ ton auto floor jacks, $35; 10row disk, $300; Long case clocks, $200&up. 217-4215.

• Antique tractors, all kinds.

872-3893.

• Barrel saddles, $200-$400, bits, pads and lots of other tack, tack room reduction sale w/all very reasonably priced. 401-9086.

• ‘58 antique Ford 801 Powermaster tractor for sale with implements. 232-4455.

• Bermuda grass sprigging, 15 acre min. 850-1005.

• WTB windmill, needs to be functioning or be able to be made to operate as I want to use it to pump water. 361-9310.

• Woodmanse oil bath, windmill on approx 26’ tower, $1,800.

202-9173.

• Cub Kadet mod 1440 w/42” deck, needs starter, $200 or trade for 45cal auto or revolver or 30/30 lever. 344-6382, daytime.

4.88% Taxes

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Classified Advertisements Furniture & Appliances • Glass TV stand, like new, $100; Small lamp, 19”H, silver, $10.

708-8797.

• 2 sewing machines: 1 Nelco Deluxe Elec in cabinet, $50; 1 Singer Fashion Mate ZigZag #237 in cabinet, $100.

728-0135.

• Leather recliner, very comfortable, good cond, $275; Broyhill table, chairs, china cabinet, very nice, $600, can text/email photos. 412-8128.

Hay & Firewood • Midsize sq 3x3x8 weed sprayed &fert, $55/bale. 323-3000.

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• 4x5 round bales of Bermuda & Bermuda mix, weed sprayed &fert, $30-$45/bale. 323-3000.

• Small sq’s Bermuda, weed sprayed &fert, $7/bale.

323-3000.

• John Deere tractor 1976 7520 lg tractor, good. 323-3000.

• Think firewood, think 314RUSS (7877).

• Firewood, 9100 S Sunnylane.

314-7877.

• We always have firewood.

314-7877.

• Moore Firewood, 9100 S Sunnylane. 314-7877.

• Bermuda Hay Round Bales, NE Norman area, $50 each or $40 each if purchasing 10 or more. 561-0017.

• Small square premium bermuda grass horse hay in 21 bale bundles, loaded on your trlr, sprayed and fertilized, heavy bales. 850-1005.

• Rough cut, black walnut wood, $6&$10/bd ft, various lengths/ widths; Sturdy MH steps, 4’Wx3 ½’H, 6 steps, $200.

642-7192.

• 1st cutting sm sq alfalfa horse quality $9 ea; Sm sq Bermuda sprayed & fert $6ea. 459-6543 or 574-5571.

405-321-7843

Livestock & Pets • Chicks, turkeys, geese, peacocks, guineas. 527-5105.

• Serviceable age Angus or Maine bulls, have fertility checked, would like to have 3 or 4ft chain link fence. 381-4307.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-8906.

• For lease, or for sale young black bulls fertility tested. 288-6393.

• ASCA reg Australian Shepherds, fat healthy pups w/champ bloodlines, exc temperament for pet/work/ show. 392-3602 or damcofarm. com.

• 3 fullblood boer billy goats, no papers, 2mos old, shots&wormed, very tame, 2red head, 1caramel colored, $125.

795-0852.

• Bantam Orpingtons, Duccles, Cochins, chicks 1week old, $3-5 ea; Fertile hatching eggs, $10/dozen, Slaughterville.

872-8870.

• Dorper sheep (hairsheep) ewe & ewe lamb,s $200; Ram lambs, $100, great weedeaters.

387-4638.

• American Blackbelly lambs, $95, healthy, gentle, Starter flock pkg, Metal stall hay/ grain feeders, $75ea. 640-4651.

• Sheep stand, $300; Weight bench new, $300; Motorcycle helmet, $20; full set Tierra Dishes, $250; Bison Pump new, $1000. 249-0170.

• Rhode Island red laying hens, 7mo, Lex. 527-7881 or 200-9554.

Miscellaneous • Antique clocks, lamps, gumball machines, old crocks, records, collector dishes, pink siesta, Coke&more, 3barns of antiques ongoing until sold out. 381-4196.

• ‘06 Yamaha XVT, beautiful bike, many extras, $6,495. Jerry, 850-0577.

• ‘89 Stratos Bass Boat & ‘89 Johnson 100 hp motor w/trlr, trolling motor, depth finder, 2 batteries &misc, exc cond, $2,950 firm. 689-0525.

• Structural Pipe 2 3/8”thru 8”; Sucker rods ¾ thru 1”; Fiberglass Posts for Hi-Tensile Electric 7/8” thru 1 1/4”; (2) Fixer Upper Homes in Midwest City. 627-3920.

SLATE SEPTIC SERVICE

Tank pumping & installing • Dozer & backhoe dirt work

Greg Moore Excavation & Backhoe Service

35 years experience

872-9390

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Complete price before we start • No surprises • Small jobs welcome

388-5430 • Septic system installation since 1977

Classified Advertisements • Guns, Savage double barrel 12 ga, Winchester 1300 home defender 12 ga, Taurus .380 acp, FFL regs apply. 863-7492 text.

• AgraTronix BHT-2 balermounted, hay moisture tester, $350; CubePro Trio 3D printer, 3750; Husqvarna Viking Topaz 40; Sewing/embroidery machine, $2750, all new.

802-1857.

• New Tools: Tanaka 27cc gasoline 1.4hp drill (TED270PFR), $575; Milwaukee M28 28V band saw (0729-21), $425; Milwaukee M28 28V right angle drill (0721-21), $375. 802-1857.

• Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Veterans 1 lot 144, spaces c&d, $3,800 incl open/ close. 826-7181.

• Machinist tools, Kennedy boxes, 4boxes w/7 drawer roll-around cabinet, full of everything one would need and more, can send pics, $3,200 obo. 999-2308.

• Hot tub 6 person, $1,500; Lincoln 250 Welder, low hrs(300), $2,400; portable sawmill cuts 29” round 26’ long, have red cedar posts &poles 8’to12’. 370-7386.

• ‘85 Honda Gold Wing interstate 1200cc nice bike, blue, $2,750 obo. 627-3954.

• Smith & Wesson M&P 15/22, NIB, extra mag, laser, $500 or trade for certain ham radio gear. 641-7582.

• Hereford Bull, registered dam and sire, 15 mo, $2,500; 2 hydraulic cylinders, $50 ea.

352-4972.

• Toro LX 426 Lawn Tractor, 42”cut, 4yrs old, runs great.

437-9332.

• Ruger stainless .357, 5 shot revolver, 2” barrel ec, $550; Rossi Rio Grande lever action 410 shotgun, NIB, $450; Echo weed eater, runs great, $100; Saddles, tack, blankets for sale.

620-5238.

• Complete basketball goal, 14ft; Trampoline, $75. 794-8696.

• Camper shell 84”x74” short wide bed Ford 1ton, $500; Reese 15000lb slider hitch, $250. 381-9356.

• 16’ Krause 1A fold-out ext ladder, $50; 24’Werner 1A fiberglass ext ladder, $200; 4’ Werner aluminum stepladder, $10. 620-1499.

• Frigidaire 10,000 BTU window A/C 115 volt, computer monitor 17”LCD w/weighted base & height adjustment, both in VGC. 924-0541.

• Sole F60 Treadmill, sold by Sears, exc cond, $100. 329-4652.

• New 30’x54” round above ground pool liner; $150.

623-4873.

• 3/4HP Craftsman 120V elec motor w/pulley&4bolt base, $20; Burdizzo emasculating clamp $10. 387-3798.

• ’02 Chopper m/c, softail frame, 100ci RevTech eng, nice; 14’ trampoline w/poles for net, needs new net. 392-2931.

• German fiddle, 3/4size w/case, GC, $150; 4guitar amplifiers, 2peaveys, 1kustom,1stone, $210 all, VGC. 381-2697.

• Mills raccoon flesher, vibrating knife type and mills rotating brushes standing on tripod, legs machines are elec, never used, built heavy duty. 386-4330.

Mobile Homes, RVs & Boats • Vintage Airstream alum travel trlr 23” w/load leveler hitch, self-contained heat/air, fridge, stove/microwave, $6,000.

745-4420.

• ‘06 Harley Davidson ultra classic trike, 103ci eng, 6spd trans w/reverse, less than 12k mi. 380-7258.

• 9 1/2 ft Shasta pickup camper, fully loaded, $5,000 OBO. 872-3893.

• 12ft Aliner solid wall fold down only 1200#, $11,650; ‘14 Nissan Xterra 13,000mi $21,750, Tuttle.

550-0387.

• ‘00 Nitro boat 185 sport fish&ski, ‘00 Mercury motor 115hp foot control trolling motor, 12&24V, 2live wells, fish finder, matching nitro trailer and more, shop kept, $7,550.

204-9528.

• ‘07 Catamaran 27ft, 496 mag, s/s prop, very fast, clean & smooth ride, 59hrs, exc cond, includes custom trailer, call/text for details. 802-2575.

Hurst Siding Co.

We specialize in using the highest quality products at a fair price.

Finest installers in the business since 1978 Awnings

Siding

Carports

Guttering

Patio Covers

Windows

Mobile Home Skirting Damaged Siding Repair

405-364-0098 hurstsiding@yahoo.com

TREE STUMP GRINDING Call Steve 405-609-7794

stumpgrindingokc.com www.okcoop.org

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Classified Advertisements

• 18x80, 99 Solitaire w/10x12 storage bldg, new roof, A/C&app, updated interior, covered porch, $32K, will consider lease purchase.

708-9596.

Real Estate • 20 acres for sale 180th & Post Oak Rd East, 10acres, well/ septic, $7,500/acre, Noble School district. 815-7871.

• 120 acre farm w/remodeled 3bed brick home, 2car garage, central h/a, great hay fields & pastures, live creek. 623-4685.

• For help selling your home on an acreage, contact Metro Brokers Acreage Specialist www.LocateMyDreamHome. com, call or text 405-417-1849 to get started today.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-8906.

• 75 acres 11 mi south of Blanchard on Hwy 76.

485-3533.

• For rent, 3bed/2bath on 3 acres, east of Noble, Noble schools, $675/month. 899-7271.

Mark The Junkman

Winter Specials

Cash or free removal of cars, trucks, vans, & trailers.

No tires, No titles, No problem.

I Haul For FREE: appliances • batteries • copper • riding or push mowers • alum • iron • A/Cs • scrap metal • old farm eqpt • tractors–too much to list.

550-5652 573-0250

Your Friendly & Respectable, Junkman since 1993, Mark Grider

• FSBO, business building & home on <2 acres, great loc, close to I35 S, on a moderately heavy trafficked corner. Patsy, 288-2529.

• Martingale Estates, 2 adjacent home lots, each 1acre+, buy 1/both, County recorded& maintained streets, Washington SD, financing, I-35 Exit 101, E1/4m, on 280 St. 288-2564.

• Eufaula dam area, 2012 MH, 2bed/2 bath, large porch, 100x300ft lot, 30x50ft insulated steel building, cellar, many extras, move in ready, call/text for details. 802-2575.

• 5.59 acres on Hwy9 near Thunderbird dam, older fixer upper; Lake Eufaula lot, Enchanted Oaks addition, will trade trees for tree spade work.

802-4227.

• Brick home 3bd 2bath sale/ lease, $225,000/$1,200 mo, 10 acre w/house Blt 2009 I40 Off Choctaw Rd, weight bench new 300. 249-0170.

Notices & Announcements • OEC will hold a sealed-bid auction on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to dispose of unused items. Call 217-6840 the day before for item listing.

Serving Norman & the surrounding area since 1891 Non Profit, Perpetual Care

Financing available

No Interest up to 2 yrs

“Freedom to choose upright &/or flat marker memorials.”

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• 23rd Annual May Daze Festival May20-21, Blanchard; Shopping, food, live music, carnival, city-wide garage sales & more! Blanchard Chamber, 485-8787.

• Mandolin workshop, 4-5pm, Jamming 5-9:15pm, Pre-Show 6:15pm, Concert 6:30pm, 5/14/16; 3 bands on stage w/ jamming rooms; 3925 SE 29, Del City; Greater Oklahoma Bluegrass Music Society (nonprofit org); $8; GOBMS members, $5; Group rates available. 677-7515.

• Rosenfelt Auctions & the Noble Firefighters Ladies Auxiliary will hold a consignment auction on June 4, @ 10am at the Noble High School practice field, for more info contact the Auxiliary at noblefirefightersauxiliary@ gmail.com.

• The Busy Bee, 10005 US 77, Lexington, will be opening May 1, local honey, fresh produce, we accept vouchers. 872-9188 or 250-2045.

• Noble Roundup Club playdays every Saturday night thru August, start time 7pm, bring your horses and come play with us. 872-8706.

Jeffrey Fence & Welding

35 yrs Experience Pipe fence, Pipe & cable, Entry Ways and gates, Working pens, Chain Link. (Res. & Com.) All Types of Fence & Repairs

405-527-5152

Classified Advertisements Wanted • 3 to 5 acres in tri-city (Newcastle, Tuttle, Blanchard possibly Mustang) area to build a home, will onsider more; James, leave msg if no answer.

802-2066.

• Lawn mowers, running or not.

738-4138.

• Cars, trucks, SUVs, running or not, no titles OK. 537-9788.

• I buy old cars, trucks, RVs & busses to scrap. 314-7877.

• Ham radio gear, radios, amps, Morse code, antennas, etc.

641-7582.

• Help wanted at firewood lot, 91st S Sunnylane. 314-7877.

• Roommate, or would consider married couple (age35+), country oriented, loc 2miS of Noble, lg garden, hunting/ fishing, ATV access to S Canadian Riv, ref required.

Tom, 294-4569.

• Old mowers, chainsaws, weed-eaters, anything w/small engine, trying to learn small engine repair, will haul them away for “Free.” Allen/Sue, 485-4573.

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• Chicken coop or old shed that can be converted, preferably within 45 miles of OKC metro area. 288-0462.

Business • Jerry Richardson Ent. LLC: Tree trimming, cut down, haul off. Use 70 ft. reach bucket truck. Storm debris, estate/ general cleanup & removal.

References. 850-0577.

• Computer & Phone Lines: Off-duty fireman. Installation, repair, trouble shooting, etc.

245-5502 or 381-2007.

• American Blinds & Shutters: Off-duty fireman, window treatments for home or business. Free estimates. 2455502 or 381-2007.

• Chain Sharpenings: $5, 9100 S Sunnylane. 314-7877.

• Handyman for Hire: off-duty fireman, remodel, painting, flooring (tile, laminates, etc), sheetrock, roofing, siding, fences, decks, custom made bookcases, shelving, cabinets, etc. General home repair. 2455502 or 381-2007.

• Brush hogging: garden tilling, light hauling, $40/hr. 872-9188 or 618-7339.

• Masonry Repair: Cleaning, damproofing, caulking and all repair work for brick/stone/ block, no job too small, 35yrs experience, free estimates.

Todd, 899-7292.

• Steel Buildings, Carports: Patio Covers, Metal Roofing, and Loafing Sheds, all steel, no wood. Trailer Repair and Welding, Custom Quality work and references. 343-0848.

• Austin Construction: we build pole barns, and small storage buildings please call 405-945-9999.

• Bowman’s Welding Service: Fences, corrals, entryways, alleyways, ornamental fence, any type of welding, shop or portable. 360-8091 or 990-1084.

• Yard cleanup: Fence repair, fence installation, mowing, small tree trimming. 990-1084 or 360-8091.

• Have Mop, Will Travel: Elizabeth Johnson, house cleaning & private health care, 25 years experience & references, provide background check & fingerprints. 820-9587.

Serving the metro since 1973 Construction and Repair

Are YOU or someone you know looking for a career?

Bob Usry & Sons, Inc. is hiring!

Journeyman plumber position available.

1800 Industrial Blvd. Norman, OK 73069

364-1001 or

khyde@bobusry.com

OKLAHOMA FARM BUREAU insURAncE We’re OK, so you’re okay.

LIFE • HOME • AUTO • ANNUITIES BUSINESS • FARM • COMMERCIAL

DA R R E L L J . DAV I D CAREER AGENT

Office:

1311 N. Porter Avenue Norman, OK 73071

Bus: (405) 329-1830 www.okcoop.org

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Classified Advertisements

• Home & Business Painting: Interior/exterior painting, drywall & siding repair, water damage repair. References avail.

899-7292.

• Tree Services, etc: tree trimming, cut downs, tops, yard cleanup & haul-offs. References, we will barter. 899-7292.

• Concrete Work: No job too small! Drives, sidewalks, pads & repairs. 899-7292.

• Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362 or 329-2230.

• CL Williams Excavating Services LLC: Water lines, sewer lines, septic systems, storm shelters, footings, driveways, trenching and more.

Accepts credit/debit cards, call for free estimate. 226-2930.

• CnD Welding Services: metal buildings, carports, loaf sheds, pipe entry, horse stalls, fencing of all types, call for estimate.

226-2930.

• Timber Tree Service: Beautify your property by trimming or removing unwanted limbs, trees & brush. We are fully insured & experienced in tree care. Call Randy McCarter for your free estimate, 821-1027 or 392-2399.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-8906.

• JL Painting: Commercial & residential sheetrock, wood repairs, custom texturing, interior/exterior, insured, free estimates. 314-0755.

• Tractor work: Brush hog, boxblade, light hauling.

919-5857.

Insurance $100,000

Age 45 55 65

Mo. Cost $25.61 $49.46 $109.47

(888) 502-6266

Immediate Coverage!

Classen Urgent Care Clinic 2824 Classen Blvd., Suite 110 Norman, OK 73071 405-­‐701-­‐7111

No Exam!

CASH LOANS ON QUALITY GUNS

WANTED

WINCHESTERS, COLT, BROWNING, and other Guns

WE BUY GUNS

(Fair Top Prices Paid) Rifles - Handguns - Shotguns We have over 2,000 New & Used Guns In Stock In Front MUSTANG PAWN and GUN of Water Tower

376-3833

Tue-Sat 9-6 • 126 W Hwy 152

CONFIDENTIAL COURTEOUS SERVICE

J & J Livestock Commission Company

Open Everyday 7am – 10pm

For Selling or Buying Cattle at Oklahoma City National Stockyard in Oklahoma City

2824 Classen Blvd., Suite 100 Norman, OK 73071 405-­‐701-­‐3563

Office (405) 602-5026 James Eaton (405) 685-1712 Jimmy Eaton (405) 682-6244 Mobile (405) 831-7692

Classen Family Medicine Open M-­‐F 7am – 5pm

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QUICK CASH LOANS ON MOST FIREARMS

Low Cost Life

• Platinum Heat & Air LLC: owned & operated by Ben Biorato, $65 service call mention this ad, residential customers, I will beat any bid for repairs, installs, or changeouts.

818-4093.

• Masonry Work & Repair: brick, block, stone & repair. All size jobs: fireplaces, mailboxes, planters, tuck pointing, pavers, brick replacement due to erosion. 34yrs experience, competitive prices. Danny, 3292230 or 779-5362.

• General Motors Speedometer Repair: Are your GM instrument cluster needles acting erratic? I can fix them with updated parts. Lifetime warranty by ASE certified technician. Remove, repair, install, $100. 213-8014.

• Bob’s Dozer Service & Dump Truck: House pads, dirt, gravel, sand, concrete.

Licensed, bonded & insured. 35yrs experience. 620-4371.

• Brush hog & box blade work: $45/hour. 527-9457 or 365-7572.

• I repair tractors: 30 years in business. 527-9457 or 365-7572.

WE MAKE CASH LOANS ON FIREARMS

• Complete Auto Repair: Quality work @ low prices w/33yrs exp; timing belts, water pumps, head gaskets, motors, trans, brakes, steering columns, headliners, some paint &body work & much more. 899-4221.

• “The Piddler”: Need anything done around your house or property, call “The Piddler” Chet Adams. 248-0495.

• Home Repair Services: Painting (int/ext), sheetrock repairs, roofing, siding, floorings (tile, laminates, etc), doors & windows, fences. We will barter. 899-7292.

Classified Advertisements

• Wood’s Tree Service: Trimming and removal, reasonable and experienced and insured, free estimates. Jason Wood, 371-1961.

• Thunderbird Concrete Services: Specializing in shop pads, driveways, patios, etc.

667-8558.

• Little Axe Tree Services: 667-8558.

• Brush hogging: Garden tilling, $40/hr. 872-9188 or 618-7339.

• Sloan Brothers Pest Control: Termites, bed bugs, ants, etc.

Licensed. Free Estimates. Call 405-819-8671 or 918-857-9673.

• American Gutters: Seamless guttering, off duty police officer, competitive prices, call for free estimate. 441-1175.

• Dirt & Gravel work: Garden tilling, front-end loader, boxblade, brush hog, driveways, tree removal, fences, yard cleanup. Kevin, 872-9576 or 365-6875.

• Driveway: Storm repair, gravel, dirt, rock, free estimates.

640-9520.

• Tilling: Call James. 640-9520.

• Welding: Free estimates. Call James, 640-9520.

• Morgan Wright Trucking: Dirt, rock, sand, gravel hauling, road & driveway repair, fill dirt, best rates around. 501-2099.

• Blast Off Media Blasting Services: Professional surface cleaning and preparation for cars, boats, concrete, stone, brick, block, wood; any surface you need cleaned and ready for restoration the same day we can take care of it. Call 405-3872091 for a free estimate.

• Small sodding & landscaping jobs: cut down medium trees and removal, tree and shrub trimming. Mike, 414-7009.

Customized Cedar Pergolas, Customized Cedar Pergolas Pavilions and Gazebos Pavilion and Gazebos www.pergolasupreme.com Building farm ponds & private lakes in OEC’s service area.

“Wealth is not measured in dollars.”

Farm Pond and Lake Construction Along with Fence Rows • Land Clearing Building Pads • Shearing

Enjoy Your Outdoor Space!

Quality and Integrity Free estimates

Bulldozers & Trackhoes Call Bruce 580-641-1952

Pergola Supreme Inc. Bill Herron, Sr. • 405-664-1913 Shawn Herron • 405-778-9880 Billy Herron, Jr. • 405-850-4564

www.okcoop.org

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