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Free Connection Sign-Up Ends Soon For Water Project

Final notice is being made to Waterloo/Bodcaw residents for free utility connections.

If there are any households that have not already applied for free water hook-ups for the Bodcaw/Waterloo Water System final applications are being accepted for free water connections to the system.

This will be the last chance to apply for free water hook-ups to the water system.

To qualify for a free connection to the system your gross annual income, not including disability benefits, during the previous calendar year must fall within one of the following categories: a household of one: $19,450; two: $22,200; three: $25,000; four, $27,750; five: $30,000; six: $32,200; seven, $34,400; and a household of eight cannot make over $36,650 a year.

Representatives will be available at the Bodcaw Community Center Monday, August 28, from 1 to 6 p.m. to accept applications.

Families applying for a free connection should take the following items with you: proof of income such as check stubs, 1998 tax returns, copies of checks or bank statements for electronic deposits for all household occupants; property tax receipt indicating property ownership (if you own property); and if self-employed, copies of most recent prepared 1040 tax form to verify income.

If you have any questions or if you cannot be present because of physical disability call Kathy Lee or Blake Harrell at 870-234-4030, to arrange for an application to be delivered to you.