SRMT Kawennì:ios - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

Spill PreventionSaves More than Just MoneyThis fuel season theTribe’s EmergencyResponse Team has respondedto more home heating fuelspills than normal. The leadingcause of most spills is a tank tipover or fuel delivery accidentand most are preventable. Eachyear a handful of homeownersbear the burden of the costof relocation, cleanup andnew tank installation dueto home heating fuel spills.Though some spills may notbe avoidable, most regularinspections and maintenancecan save more than justmoney.A few minutes are all that’sneeded to complete a homeheating fuel tank inspection.This may save a homeownertens of thousands of dollars incleanup costs and the headache of relocation. Keep thisin mind during your inspection: (If you answer yes toany of these questions please contact your fuel providerLeg Stability – Are any of thelegs bent, rusting, or on a shakyfoundation?Tank Surface – Are there signsof rust, wet spots or excessivedents?Tank Piping – Are there signsof leakage on any of the lines toand from the tank? Are the linesin danger of being cut by fallingsnow or ice?By Jessica Cree Jock,Environmental Compliancefor further assistance)If you would like moredetailed information on homeheating fuel tank inspections,a brochure is available at theTribe’s Environment Divisionoffice located at 449 FrogtownRoad across from theMohawk Bingo Palace. Formore information call JessicaCree Jock at (518) 358-5937ext. 115.Despite efforts, accidentshappen and in the event of ahome heating fuel spill, pleasecall the SRMT EnvironmentDivision at (518) 358-5937or after regular businesshours please contact TribalPolice at (518) 358-9200. Thesooner they know, the soonerthe response and the less theimpact the spill will have on personal property and theenvironment. Tank Age – Is the tank over 25years old?Higher EducationFor all you returning students now is the timeto get your FAFSA done for the 2011-2012academic year. Get your PIN number ready and go tofafsa.ed.gov and get it done. If they ask for a credit card,you’ve got the wrong site.With new Federal and State budgets coming out,and their budget cuts, you may want to search forother sources of assistance. A good cover letter, resume,envelopes and stamps would be a great start.You new students need these things done too. If youare thinking about applying for school the time to doit is NOW.July 15 will be here before you know it. By Rod Cook8