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Tips To Keep Pipes From Freezing

With the temperature dropping dangerously low for the next several days, the following tips can help prevent water pipes from freezing.

(1) To Prevent Frozen Pipes:

• Keep the thermostat at least at 60 Degrees.
• Let faucets drip slightly when not using water for a few hours.
• Open doors on kitchen and bathroom cabinets to let warmer air circulate under the sinks.

(2) Evidence you may have a frozen pipe:

• Frost has accumulated on a pipe under sinks.
• Little or no water comes out of the kitchen or bathroom faucets.

If you see evidence of a frozen pipe, contact FRATFIX (814) 880-3131 for assistance.

Best Regards

Val Heier

FRATFIX

Secure Your House During The Thanksgiving Break

FRATFIX can make your vacation time more relaxing and less worrisome by providing security checks for your house during the Thanksgiving Break.
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For details regarding this service call Greg at (814) 880-3131.

For our regular customers we will, as in past years, perform the following tasks during the break as part of our maintenance program:

• Conduct a regular walk-through of your house to check for potential
problems.
• Check all systems and appliances for proper settings during non use,
this includes: boilers, freezers, coolers, stoves, dish washers, etc.
• Keep the building and properties code compliant by timely removal of
snow, ice and litter.
• Make sure your house is secure by checking all windows, exits and
entrances.

From all of us at FRATFIX, have an enjoyable and safe Thanksgiving Holiday.

Best Regards

Val Heier
FRATFIX, Inc.
vheierff@gmail.com
(814) 321-3074

State College Borough Guide On Float Disposal

BOROUGH OF STATE COLLEGE
243 South Allen Street, State College, PA 16801-4806

November 2017

RE: Proper Disposal of Float Materials

With Penn State’s Homecoming Weekend fast approaching, I know all of you are busy making plans for your fraternity’s homecoming float. The Borough wishes you a safe and successful Homecoming. As you plan your homecoming activities, it is important to incorporate into your planning the proper disposal of your float after this year’s festivities are over.

It is very important not to throw your entire float into your dumpster. This could cause injury to the Borough’s refuse collection truck drivers or damage to one of the trucks. When disposing of float materials, please remember that it is important to dismantle the float and put any lumber, chicken wire, and/or large, bulky items out at the curb or near your dumpster for bulk item collection. You can arrange for this type of pick up by calling the Borough’s Service Building at 234-7135.

All float material must be secured properly until pickup occurs. Crepe paper and similar small items can be bagged, tied securely and placed in the dumpster for collection. Remember to clean up all poms promptly before they blow into the street and onto neighboring properties. Please bear in mind that your float or sections of your float must not be left on any public sidewalk, street or any public right-of-way after the parade is over.

In addition, the Penn State Homecoming Committee has made arrangements for floats to be dismantled on Penn State University property. Any questions or requests for more information regarding this option can be made by contacting the Committee at paradehomecoming@psu.edu.

In order to take care of post-homecoming clean up, floats need to be disassembled completely and the materials placed out for collection by 7:00 AM on Friday, November 17, 2017.

If you have any questions about the disposal of your float prior to refuse pickup, please contact the State College Neighborhood and Community Services Department at 234-7191 or the Sanitation Department at 2347135.
Sincerely,

A. J. Lopinsky HD4

Supervisor of Inspections

Neighborhood & Community Services Department

Security Service During Spring Break

FRATFIX wishes to congratulate this year’s THON for raising more than
$10 million – WOW what an accomplishment, way to go Penn State.

This year’s Spring Break will start on 3-6 and run through 3-10. I’m sure
you are looking forward to time away from the classroom to enjoy some
sun or visit family and friends.

The FRATFIX Security Service can make your Spring Break more relaxing
and less worrisome by providing the following security checks for your house
while you’re gone.

• Conduct a regular walk-through of your house to check for potential
problems.
• Check all systems and appliances for proper settings during non-use,
this includes: boilers, freezers, coolers, stoves, dish washers, etc.
• Keep the building and properties code compliant by timely removal of
snow, ice and litter.
• Make sure your house is secure by checking all windows, exits and
entrances.

To request the FRATFIX Security Service call Greg at (814) 880-3131.

For our regular customers we will, as in past years, perform this service
as part of our maintenance program.

We at FRATFIX hope that you will have an enjoyable and safe Spring Break.

Please forward this email to other brothers who may have an interest.

Best Regards

Val Heier
FRATFIX

Security Service During Thanksgiving Break

FRATFIX can make your vacation time more relaxing and less worrisome
by providing some basic security checks to your house during the
Thanksgiving break. To request this service call Greg at (814) 880-3131.

For our regular customers we want to remind you that we will, as in past
years, perform the following tasks during the break as part of our
maintenance program:

• Conduct a regular walk-through of your house to check for potential
problems.
• Check all systems and appliances for proper settings during non-use,
this includes: boilers, freezers, coolers, stoves, dish washers, etc.
• Keep the building and properties code compliant by timely removal of
snow, ice and litter.
• Make sure your house is secure by checking all windows, exits and
entrances.

We at FRATFIX hope that you have an enjoyable and safe Thanksgiving Break.

Best Regards

Val Heier
FRATFIX, Inc.
vheierff@gmail.com
(814) 321-3074

Proper Disposal Of Homecoming Floats

WOW 3-2! Way to go Penn State. Here’s hoping for another Win against
Maryland on Saturday.

If you need any last minute help to get ready for Homecoming, we invite
you to take advantage of the FRATFIX Event Planning Service which includes
rentals, promotional items, security fencing, help with floats, etc.

For details call Greg at (814) 880-3131 or visit our website, www.fratfix.com.

If you should need help at the parade’s staging area, FRATFIX will be
there to assist the organizers as needed.

IMPORTANT: Please read the notice below, it is a synopsis of a notice
issued by the State College Borough concerning the proper disposal of
your float after Homecoming. Although it is from last year, I’m sure that
it is still relevant.

Best Regards,

Val Heier
FRATFIX, Inc.
vheierff@gmail.com
(814) 321-3074

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH

RE: Proper Disposal of Float Materials

Do not to throw your entire float into your dumpster. It is unsafe for the
truck drivers and could damage the trucks. When disposing of float materials,
dismantle the float and put any lumber, chicken wire, and/or large, bulky items
out at the curb or near your dumpster for bulk item collection.

Arrange for this type of pick up by calling the Borough’s Service Building at
234-7135. All float material must be secured properly until pickup occurs.
Crepe paper and similar small items can be bagged, tied securely and
placed in the dumpster for collection.

Remember to clean up all poms promptly before they blow into the street
and onto neighboring properties. Please bear in mind that your float or
sections of your float must not be left on any public sidewalk, street or any
public right-of-way after the parade is over.

In order to take care of post-homecoming clean up, floats need to be
disassembled completely and the materials placed out for collection by 7:00
AM on Friday, October 14, 2016.

If you have any questions about the disposal of your float prior to refuse
pickup, please contact the State College Division of Health and
Neighborhood Services at 234-7191 or the Sanitation Department at 234-7135.

Kevin D. Kassab
Supervisor of Inspections
Division of Health and Neighborhood Services

Blue and White Weekend

FRATFIX received the following letter from the State College Borough
regarding ordinances that regulate cleanup and other issues associated
with celebrations and other events that may take place this weekend.

FRATFIX hopes you have a safe and enjoyable Blue and White weekend.
If you have any questions, please call Greg at (814) 880-3131.

Val Heier
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From: “Kassab, Kevin” <kkassab@statecollegepa.us>
Date: April 15, 2016 at 9:32:31 AM EDT
Subject: Blue and White Weekend

Dear Rental Property Owners and PICs:

The Division of Health and Neighborhood Services, along with State College
Borough Staff, would like to wish you a safe and productive Blue and White
weekend.  With all the excitement for Blue and White weekend and the
projection of a beautiful weekend and high volume of visitors to the
Community, the Division of Health would like to remind you of the
importance of following local ordinances, which have been put into place to
maintain the quality life for all local and student residents.

The Borough Ordinances for tenants, businesses, owner occupied dwellings,
and visitors to the State College community can be viewed on the
Borough’s website at:

http://www.statecollegepa.us/index.aspx?nid=960

Information regarding the Nuisance Property Ordinance can be viewed at:

http://www.statecollegepa.us/index.aspx?NID=1232

In addition, the Living In One Neighborhood Guide is another resource that
can be viewed at:

Bit.ly/LIONguide

Please remember that the clean up of all party materials on the exterior of
properties is to be done immediately after your event has ended and that
the Division of Health and Neighborhood Services staff is out on weekends
enforcing the Borough Ordinances to ensure the quality of life within our
Community.

Again, please have a safe and productive Blue and White weekend and enjoy
the beautiful weather.

My best,

Kevin D. Kassab
Health Officer / Supervisor of Inspections
Division of Health and Neighborhood Services
243 South Allen Street
State College, PA 16801
(814) 234-7191 [office] (814) 234-7197 [fax]

Reminder: Holiday Decorations & Firewood Specials

HOLIDAY DECORATIONS & FIREWOOD SPECIALS

Reminder that FRATFIX is running a special on Holiday decorations and
firewood while supplies last.

Delivery to your house will be FREE.

FRATFIX will do the decorating for a reasonable cost.

Nobody will beat our prices:
67 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Lights                   $27.98
34.5 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Lights                  22.98
16 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Lights                       6.98
33 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Dome Lights          10.98
6.5 ft Strand LED Icicle Lights                             21.99
4’x6’ ft LED Multi-Color Net Lights                       12.98
75 ct Gutter Clips                                                   3.98
12” Wreath                                                           12.98
14” Wreath                                                           24.99

1 Cord Firewood (delivered)                            $175.00

To order, while supplies last, visit our website, www.fratfix.com, click on
the ‘Supplies Request’ link under CUSTOMERS and complete the form.

If you do not find your fraternity in the drop down list, use ‘New
Customer’ and include your fraternity name and address in the Your
Name Field. Then scroll down to ‘CATEGORY 5 – Holiday Decorations’.

If you have any questions, please call Greg at (814) 880-3131.

Have a Happy Holiday Season.

Best Regards

Holiday Decorations Special

HOLIDAY DECORATIONS

Need decorations for your fraternity house for the holidays? FRATFIX is
running a special on the purchase of lights and wreaths while supplies last.

Next day delivery to your house will be FREE.

We will also quote a reasonable cost if you want FRATFIX to do the decorating.

• Nobody will beat our prices:
  67 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Lights $27.98
  34.5 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Lights 22.98
  16 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Lights 6.98
  33 ft Strand LED Multi-Color Dome Lights 10.98
  6.5 ft Strand LED Icicle Lights 21.99
  4’x6’ ft LED Multi-Color Net Lights 12.98
  75 ct Gutter Clips 3.98
  12” Wreath 12.98
  14” Wreath 24.99

To order, while supplies last, visit our website, www.fratfix.com, click on
the ‘Supplies Request’ link under CUSTOMERS and complete the form.

If you do not find your fraternity in the drop down list, use ‘New
Customer’ and include your fraternity name and address in the Your
Name Field. Then scroll down to ‘CATEGORY 5 – Holiday Decorations’.

If you have any questions, please call Greg at (814) 880-3131.

Have a Happy Holiday Season.

Best Regards

Firewood Special