NEWS RELEASE

FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING SCHEDULE

Town of Funkstown Water Department

Monday, June 22^nd through Tuesday, June 23^rd , 2015

Please be advised that Funkstown will be flushing fire hydrants in the entire Town.

Water customers serviced by Funkstown are cautioned to continually check their water supply for discolored water conditions which may occur because of this work, particularly when using automatic washing machines.

TOWN CLEAN UP – – MAY 1, 2, 2015

The schedule will be as follows: Friday, May 1, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and on Saturday, May 2, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The dumpster will be located at the Funkstown Community Park, and will leave promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, and at 12:00 noon on Saturday.

This service is only available to Funkstown residents. Proof of identification will be required – – driver’s license, water bill. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Acceptable Items:

Refrigerators and Freezers, Air Conditioners, Dehumidifiers and Humidifiers –

Must have certified technician – tag of Freon removed

Washers and Dryers, Dishwashers, Stoves, Wood Stoves, Trash Compactors, Furnaces, Water Heaters, Exercise Equipment, Televisions, Mattresses and Box Springs, Pianos, Computers, Couches and Chairs, Cabinets and Dressers, Small Chairs and Tables, Lawn Furniture, Picnic Tables, Commodes, Bath Tubs, Sinks, Carpet (Maximum – 3 Rolls)

Grills – Remove Propane Tank

Push Mowers – Remove Gas and Oil

Non-acceptable Items:

Construction and Building Material, Propane Tanks, Cardboard, Paper and Books (must recycle), Tires, Batteries, Yard Waste, Dirt, Rocks or Sod, Root Balls, and Tree Trimmings, Concrete Materials, Paint, Fencing, Gasoline, Oil, and other Inflammables, Hazardous Waste, Explosives and Ammunition, Dead Animals, Human and Animal Feces, No Household Trash, Automobile Parts, Doors or Windows, or Piping Material

Columbia Gas of Maryland partners with local volunteer fire department to donate combination carbon monoxide and smoke detectors to Funkstown.
Utility contributes $5,000 to the Washington County community

WHO:      Columbia Gas of Maryland, Inc. and Funkstown Volunteer Fire Company

WHAT:     Columbia Gas, in partnership with Funkstown Volunteer Fire Company, will be making over 130 complimentary combination carbon monoxide/smoke detectors available to the community. Free detectors will be available through Funkstown Volunteer Fire Company.

WHERE:     Funkstown Volunteer Fire Company
2 South Westside Avenue
Funkstown, MD 21734

WHEN:        Monday, December 22
Check presentation to take place at 5:30 PM
Scheduling of installation of carbon monoxide/smoke detectors begins immediately

WHY:         Year round, Columbia Gas is dedicated to giving back to the communities where we work and live. Columbia Gas is also committed to keeping the families who live in those communities safe. The holiday season reminds us all of family and staying warm during the colder weather months. As we turn on those natural gas appliances to cook holiday food or to stay warm, it is important that they vent properly.  Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless, non-corrosive gas that can be a by-product of the combustion of ordinary fuels. Carbon monoxide can become very poisonous if it is not vented properly and if allowed to accumulate without sufficient oxygen. The combination carbon monoxide and smoke detectors will also alarm to warn of the presence of smoke in your home. For more information on Carbon Monoxide safety, including what to do if carbon monoxide is in your home and steps to take if you believe carbon monoxide has accumulated, please visit www.ColumbiaGasMD.com/carbon-monoxide.

NiSource Foundation Grant
As one of the seven energy distribution companies of NiSource, Inc., Columbia Gas of Maryland’s $5,000 contribution to Funkstown Volunteer Fire Company to support the department and provide for the purchase of carbon monoxide detectors is thanks to the NiSource Charitable Foundation, which was established to provide funding to non-profit organizations making a difference in the communities where NiSource companies operate or provide service. The Foundation looks to enhance community strengths, address critical needs and build resources for the future by extending financial and human resources of those organizations that carry out these works.

About Columbia Gas of Maryland
Columbia Gas of Maryland safely delivers clean and efficient natural gas to approximately 33,000 customers in Garrett, Allegany and Washington counties. It is one of seven energy distribution companies of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI). NiSource companies deliver energy to approximately 3.8 million customers located within the high-demand energy corridor stretching from the Gulf Coast through the Midwest to New England. More information about Columbia Gas of Maryland is available at www.ColumbiaGasMD.com.