Office Closures
United Electric is closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day. A crew will be on call in case of emergencies. Reach the crew at (208) 679-4444.
Call 811 Before You Dig
Summer is a great time to start any outdoor projects you have been thinking about. Whether building your dream deck, installing a fence or sprucing up your landscaping, calling 811 before you start construction is a must.
Although it is easy to see where power lines are located above ground, there are gas, water and electrical lines you cannot see underground. Calling 811 at least two business days before your project allows local utilities to mark where these lines are located in the area you plan to dig. The service is free.
If a utility line is damaged while digging, it could disrupt service to an entire neighborhood, cause serious injuries or death, and cost money in repairs and fines.
You can also visit the Dig Line website, to submit an online locate request.
Recycle for Sight
Do you have a pair of old, unused eyeglasses? Consider donating them to help individuals who need corrective glasses but are unable to afford them.
A Lions collection box is just inside the United Electric Cooperative foyer. This program collects hearing aids as well.
Thank you to all co-op members who have contributed to the Lions’ Recycle for Sight program.
Trade-A-Tree
The Trade-A-Tree program helps members remove trees from areas where they could pose a hazard to primary high-voltage overhead power lines. The aim is to replace taller trees with shorter trees that will not grow into the lines.
For each tree removed, United Electric reimburses up to $50 of the cost of the replacement tree as long as it fits within the guidelines.
Visit www.uec.coop or call the office at (208) 679-2222 to find out how you can participate in the Trade-A-Tree program.