SENIORS vs CRIME

Polk County, Florida

A Joint Project Of

THE POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

GRADY JUDD - SHERIFF

AND

THE FLORIDA ATTORNEY GENERAL

Lakeland Office Davenport Office

Dick Fearnow, Office Manager Paul C. Cameron, Office Manager

Hours: Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Hours: Mon. & Wed 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Phone : 863 - 413 - 3000 Phone: 863 - 424 - 8475

Email: seniorsvscrime@gmail.com Email: eastpolksvc@gmail.com

T V Converters

I have been told my TV won't work anymore after this year.

That is a misleading statement! The truth is, after February 17,2009 all full-power television stations will broadcast only in digital. This means if you use "rabbit ears" or a rooftop antenna with an analog TV, you must take action to continue receiving television broadcasts. If you are connected to cable, satellite or other pay service you need to do nothing, you will not be effected. The Federal Government is offering U.S. household up to two $40 coupons to help with the cost of certified TV converter boxes. A converter box is a one-time purchase that will allow your analog TV to continue to receive television broadcasts after February 17, 2009 These Certified converter boxes are expected to cost between $40 and $70. The coupons are free and are mailed to you by the Federal Government.

How Do I Get The Coupons?

It is suggested that you apply now as supplies are limited. You can apply by the following means:

Phone: 1-888-DTV-2009 (1-888-388-2009)
Online Form: www.DTV2009.gov
Mail: PO Box 2000, Portland, OR 97208
Fax: 1-877-DTV-4ME2 (1-877-388-4632)
Deaf or Hard of Hearing Callers: 1-877-530-2634 (TTY)

You will also receive the following with your coupons:

Instructions for using the coupon

List of eligible certified converter boxes

List of retailers where you can use the coupon to buy a converter

These coupons expire after 90 days and cannot be reissued. Review the information packet as soon as you receive it.

It will look and work like a plastic gift card.

Paul C Cameron, Webmaster