Lathrop, MO-2020 Archive

Lathrop, MO is published annually by LTC Networks

LATHROP, MO MARCH 2020 040981

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March 2020

816 Area Code Includes Listings For: Lathrop, Cameron & Plattsburg

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Frequently Called Numbers NAME PHONE ADDRESS

877-742-5553

3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO

LTC Networks ®

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800-721-2577 800-721-2577

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3406 Miller Street Bethany, MO 64424

877-742-5553 www.grm.net

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LTC Networks ® is an equal opportunity provider and employer. LTC Networks ® es un proveedor y empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

Save More Than 15% When You Upgrade To A Bundle!

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LTC Networks ® is happy to offer bundles to suit your lifestyle and fit your budget. Choose from our wide selection of Phone and Phone & Internet Bundles.

Bring It All Home BASIC BUNDLES - Phone Bundles

Bring It All Home Basic Bundle includes: Local Phone, Caller ID, Call Waiting, Voice Mail, & Lathrop Long Distance:

120 Total Long Distance Minutes. . . . . . . . . . .$37.95 240 Total Long Distance Minutes. . . . . . . . . . .$46.95 360 Total Long Distance Minutes. . . . . . . . . . .$55.95

600 Total Long Distance Minutes. . . . . . . . . . .$73.95 1020 Total Long Distance Minutes. . . . . . . . .$103.95

Bring It All Home SUPER BUNDLES - Phone and Internet Bundles

Bring It All Home Super Bundle includes: Internet Service, Voice Mail to E-Mail, Tech Home Protect, Local Phone, Caller ID, Call Waiting, Voice Mail, & Lathrop Long Distance:

Long Distance Minutes

Bring It All Home Bundles

120

240

360

600

1020

Bring It All Home Super with #surfer - up to 25 Mbps

$78.95

$87.95

$96.95

$112.95

$143.95

Bring It All Home Super with #streamer - 75 Mbps

$101.95

$110.95

$119.95

$135.95

$166.95

Bring It All Home Super with #gamer - 200 Mbps

$110.95

$119.95

$128.95

$144.95

$175.95

Bring It All Home Super with #happyhome - 500 Mbps

$118.95

$127.95

$136.95

$152.95

$183.95

Bring It All Home Super with #digthegig - 1000 Mbps

$127.95

$136.95

$145.95

$161.95

$192.95

Ready to start saving money every month with a Bundle? Call your local business office to sign up for a Bring It All Home Bundle.

Prices exclude required taxes, fees, and surcharges. Certain restrictions may apply. Internet speeds are up to the advertised speeds and may vary depending on customer-owned equipment. Bring It All Home Bundles are available to residential customers. The long distance minutes that are included in the bundles are for 1+ calls. Call for international rates.

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Table Of Contents

EMERGENCY CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 3 LTC NETWORKS ® SERVICE CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 3 CUSTOMER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGES 4-6 LIFELINE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 6 MISSOURI UNIVERSAL SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 7 LONG DISTANCE CALLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 8 NATIONWIDE AREA CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 9 KANSAS CITY MCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGES 10-11 KANSAS CITY MCA MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 12 STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 13 EQUAL ACCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 14 PHONE REPAIR SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGES 15-16 SERVICE & BILLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 17 INTERNET GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGES 18-19 ENHANCED FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGES 20-29 VOICE MAIL GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGES 30-31 PHONE PREFIXES & ZIP CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 32

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Emergency And LTC Networks ® Service Calls

Emergency Calls AMBULANCE

Plattsburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 FIRE (To Report A Fire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 WATER DEPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816-740-4251 POLICE Lathrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 NONEMERGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816-528-6550 SHERIFF Plattsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 NONEMERGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816-539-3777 STATE HIGHWAY PATROL St. Joseph (Long Distance). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816-387-2345 CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT HOTLINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-392-3738 ELDERLY ABUSE & NEGLECT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-392-0210 FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION (F.B.I.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816-221-6100 POISON CONTROL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-222-1222 U.S. MARSHAL K.C. MO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816-512-2000 TORNADO REPORTING In case you see a Tornado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Call nearest Law Enforcement Agency, Police, Sheriff or State Patrol LTC Networks ® Service Calls BURIED CABLE LOCATE - MISSOURI ONE CALL . . . . . . . . . . . . 811 or 800-344-7483 DIRECTORY ASSISTANCE INFORMATION Dial 1 + area code + 555-1212 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) numbers dial 800-555-1212 DIRECT DISTANCE DIALING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Page 8 TROUBLE REPORTING & TECHNICAL SUPPORT 24/7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 or 800-721-2577 LTC NETWORKS ® BUSINESS OFFICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 777 or 816-528-4211 3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO 64424 Office hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays.

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Customer Rights And Responsibilities

How can I have my discontinued service restored? You can have your discontinued service restored by paying all undisputed charges and the required deposit, if any, or the Company may elect to enter into a settlement agreement with you that would restore your service. You may be assessed a charge for restoring service and the Company may require a deposit. When is a deposit or guarantee required? You may be required to post a deposit or provide a guarantee of payment if you fail to meet our credit- worthiness criteria. Call our office to inquire about our credit-worthiness criteria. How can I file a dispute/complaint? If you have a dispute/complaint with LTC Networks ® , it may be resolved by contacting the District Manager at 3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO 64424, or call 877- 742-5553. A “dispute” must be registered with the Company prior to the delinquent date in order to avoid discontinuance of service. If your complaint is still not resolved, you may contact the Missouri Public Service Commission which regulates LTC Networks ® . You may also contact the Office of Public Counsel; they represent the public (residential customer) before the Public Service Commission.

When will I receive my bill? LTC Networks ® mails bills at or near the first day of each month. You should receive your itemized bill within the first few days of the month. If you do not receive your bill, please call our business office at (816) 528-4211; we will mail you a copy of your current bill at no charge. How can I pay my bill? You may mail your payment as directed on your bill, or you may pay in person at our business office at 3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO. Payment can also be made in person at Goppert Financial Bank located at 710 Oak St., Lathrop, MO. We also offer automatic bank deduction, debit and credit card payment abilities. You may also pay online by going to grm.net and clicking on eBill. Contact the business office for more information. When does my bill become delinquent? Your bill will be declared delinquent if it is still unpaid on the 21st day after the first mailing. How I can I dispute a charge on my bill? If you believe a charge appearing on your bill is in error, you can inquire and/or dispute a charge by calling, writing or coming into our office. You may call us by dialing 777 or 816-528-4211, or you may come in the office at 3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO., between the hours of 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays. When can my phone service be disconnected? Your phone service can be disconnected when you have not paid delinquent charges, have failed to pay a required deposit, or failed to comply with a settlement agreement, misrepresented your identity, or refused to allow inspection of company’s facilities and as provided by any state and/or federal law. Basic local phone service cannot be disconnected for non-payment of a delinquent charge for other than basic local phone service. Phone service will not be disconnected on days when the office is not open for business or on the day before the office will not be open for business. Phone service may not be disconnected prior to the 10th day after notice has been given of the company’s intent to do so. (Company will mail/email a ten-day reminder notice and make one attempt to contact the subscriber to be disconnected.) The Company may block access to toll and eliminate any optional service and/or features for non-payment of charges for those services.

Missouri Public Service Commission Governor Office Building 200 Madison St. P.O. Box 360 Jefferson City, MO 65102-0360 800-392-4211 or TTY 573-522-9061 email: pscinfo@psc.mo.gov

Office of Public Counsel Governor Office Building 200 Madison St., Suite 650 P.O. Box 2230 Jefferson City, MO 65102-2230 573-751-4857 866-922-2959 email: mopco@opc.mo.gov

Customer Provided Equipment Under Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines, you may supply your own phone or other terminal equipment and connect it directly to the nationwide phone network. You are not required to obtain your phone or other terminal equipment from the phone company in order to receive service. Rates and services are provided on an equal basis whether

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Customer Rights And Responsibilities

Upon reaching the center, provide the relay agent with the area code and telephone number you wish to call. If making a long distance call, advise the relay agent of the type of call you are making (direct dial, credit card, collect, person to person, etc.) and how you wish to pay (if using calling card, credit card or third number billing, you will need to provide your name and the necessary billing numbers). Residence Rates Phones located in a residence and used primarily for domestic purposes are entitled to the rate for residential service. If, however, such service is used substantially for, or advertised for business purposes, the business rate may be applied. Business Rates Service subject to the business rate may be determined by the location of the phone instrument, or the primary use made of the service. The business rate will apply when the phone is located on premises primarily and essentially used for business purposes such as offices, stores, shops, factories and garages. The business rate may also apply to phones located in domestic establishments when the service is used substantially for, or advertised for, business purposes. Toll Calls A phone subscriber has the right to refuse the privilege of using his phone to any person whom he desires to exclude from its use, and having this privilege, all toll calls placed over such subscriber’s phone by any other person will be charged to the subscriber’s account. No account or credit charges will be extended to any person other than subscribers whose accounts and bills payable are kept current. Directory Errors And Omissions Claims for damages due to errors or omissions in directory listings will be limited to prorated charges for the directory listing that is affected. Non-Published / Non-Listed To prevent your name and phone number from appearing on the Caller ID display of a person receiving a call, dial *67 before each call. Your number will then appear as “private call” to the called party.

you provide your own equipment or obtain it from the phone company. If you supply your own phone or other terminal equipment it must be approved by the FCC and you are responsible for its proper connection, maintenance, and repair. The phone company will verify the condition of a line if requested at no charge. A charge will apply for each visit by the phone company to a customer’s premises in connection with a service difficulty when it is determined that the difficulty was due to a condition with a customer- provided phone or other terminal equipment. A service charge may be incurred if the phone company visits the premises of customer and the service difficulty or trouble is found to have been caused by the customer’s equipment or facilities. If you have any questions concerning the use of the customer provided equipment, please contact the business office. Relay Service For The Missourians with hearing/speech impairments using a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) will be able to communicate with people using standard telephone equipment. Missourians without hearing/ speech impairments using standard telephone equipment can call a TDD user. Relay Missouri will utilize specially trained agents located at the Relay Missouri Center to relay conversations between parties. Relay Missouri Service Center This center will operate and handle calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The center relay assistants can instruct you in making long distance calls. How To Use Relay Missouri TDD callers can access the Relay Missouri Center by dialing 711 or by dialing one of the toll free numbers below: TTY/ACSII. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-735-2966 Voice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .866-735-2460 Spanish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-520-7309 Voice Carry Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-735-0135 Speech-to-Speech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .877-735-7877 Customer Service Info.. . . . . . . . . . . .800-676-3777 Hearing / Speech Impaired Relay Missouri Service And How It Works

P.O. Box 29230 Shawnee Mission, KS 66201-9230 Email: accessibility@sprint.com Web: www.relaymissouri.com

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Customer Rights And Responsibilities & Lifeline

CPNI Under FCC rules governing the use and disclosure of Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI), we are only allowed to discuss CPNI at our retail locations with those individuals who are listed as authorized users on the account and who present a valid government issued photo ID. CPNI includes call detail information and certain account information. For phone inquiries, other rules dictate how we authenticate a customer. You may add authorized users to your account by contacting your local business office.

You May Be Eligible For Assistance With Your Telecommunications Bill

LIFELINE is a federal government program that enables qualified low-income applicants to receive a discount for telecommunications service. Applicants meeting certain eligibility criteria are able to receive a monthly federal discount of $7.25 for Voice or $9.25 for Broadband Internet and a state discount of $16.75 for Voice or $14.75 for a bundle of Voice and Broadband Internet for a total monthly discount of up to $24.00. Toll blocking is available at no charge to all eligible LIFELINE applicants. To be eligible for LIFELINE , an applicant must qualify under one of the following: A. Medicaid B. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) C. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) D. Veterans Pension or Survivors Benefit Programs E. Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) F. Income of 135% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines

ONLY ONE LIFELINE OR DISABLED SERVICE IS AVAILABLE PER HOUSEHOLD.

Disabled customers or customers with a disabled dependent may qualify for $24.00 in monthly support through the MoUSF. If you feel you qualify for the federal LIFELINE Program or the Disabled Program, call 777 and ask your customer service representative to explain the application process.

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Missouri Universal Service

participation in the qualifying program. Qualifying low-income or disabled programs include: Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veterans Pension or Survivors Benefit Programs, Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA), or have an income at or below the 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. There are no federal Lifeline discounts offered for disabled consumers. The MoUSF program will offer a discount of $24.00 per month for the consumer’s voice service or a bundle of voice and broadband Internet service for Missourians that qualify. If a member of the household has a disability and is receiving disability benefits as defined below, the consumer is eligible to receive the disability discount. Disability assistance is available to all Missouri residential customers who demonstrate, by providing documentation, that they are totally and permanently disabled or blind and receiving any of the following: Social Security Disability Benefits, Veterans Administration Disability Benefits, State Blind Pension, State Aid to Blind Persons, or State Supplemental Disability Assistance.

Missouri Universal Service Available To Missouri Customers The Missouri Public Service Commission (MPSC) has approved the establishment of a Missouri Universal Service FUND (MoUSF) to help low-income and disabled Missourians receive discounts for telecommunications service. Missouri customers who receive Federal Lifeline support automatically receive additional Missouri Universal Service Fund support. The Federal Lifeline Program and the MoUSF together offer a discount to qualifying customers of $24.00 per month for Voice or Voice and Broadband Internet service. Individuals who qualify for low-income or disabled support are required to complete a MoUSF Board approval application. The application form includes a release so that the Missouri Public Service Commission or its staff may confirm participation in the qualifying programs. By signing the authorization, the beneficiary recipient authorizes the appropriate federal, state or local agency to confirm to the Missouri Public Service Commission or its staff, participation in the qualifying program at the time the application was made, and as subsequently deemed necessary for purposes of annual verification or other examinations of eligibility – this authorization continues for the duration of participation in the low-income or disabled program. Customers who qualify for low-income or disabled support are required to provide documentation of

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Long Distance Calling & Abbreviated Dialing Codes

Dial 0 + the area code + the seven digit number for calls that need the assistance of an operator. (These calls will be charged at a higher rate). Dial 011 + the country code + the city code + the local number for most international calls. Note: With competition in the Long Distance Calling business, customers should be advised that contacting their own toll provider for special dialing instructions and/or any available pricing plans may be advantageous. How To Get Out Of Area Numbers If you do not have the number in the city you are calling, dial 1 plus the area code of the town you wish to call, then dial 555-1212. How To Reach 800 Directory Assistance Dial “1” where required, then Code “800” plus 555-1212. “Busy” Signals And “No Answers” If you get a “busy” signal or if no one answers the phone you are calling, hang up and try the call later. Abbreviated Dialing Codes Abbreviated dialing codes were established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for communities to use to provide access to special services. The FCC intended the abbreviated dialing codes to be easy-to-remember and universally recognizable numbers that would enable a critical connection between individuals and families in need and the appropriate community-based organizations and government agencies. 2-1-1 : Community Services, United Way 3-1-1 : Municipal Government services, non-emergency 4-1-1 : Directory Assistance (Fees may be charged) 5-1-1 : Traffic Information 6-1-1 : Telephone Company Customer Service 7-1-1 : TDD Relay Services 8-1-1 : Underground public utility location request service 9-1-1 : Emergency Medical, Police or Fire service

LTC Networks ® is a quality telecommunications services provider that provides basic and enhanced services at reasonable rates within its service territory. Basic services are offered at the following rates: Access Line Charges Listed below are the prevailing monthly access line charges. These rates do not include the Federal subscriber line charge nor applicable taxes. Business Local Basic Service. . . . . . . . $23.50 Residence Local Basic Service . . . . . . .$23.50 FCC End User Residence/Single Line Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6.50 FCC Multi Line Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9.20 Toll Blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.00 Emergency 911 Services – Surcharges for 911 services are assessed according to government assessments. Low-income individuals eligible for the federal government Lifeline telephone assistance program may be eligible for discounts from the basic local service charges through state specified telephone assistance plans. Basic services are offered to all consumers in the LTC Networks ® service territories at the rates, terms and conditions specified in the Company’s tariffs. If you have any questions regarding the Company’s services, please call us at 816-528-4211 or visit our business office at 3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO 64424. Long Distance Calling You may obtain the area code of the place you are calling by checking the map. (See map on page 9.) If the map does not clearly show the area code you want, and it is not listed in the introductory pages of your directory, call the operator for assistance. From All Telephones At Lathrop How To Call Dial 1 + the area code + the seven digit telephone number for most direct dialed calls.

All abbreviated dialing codes may not be available in your community.

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Nationwide Area Codes

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Kansas City Metropolitan Calling Area (MCA)

Listing of Area Code-Prefix

RATES

RES. BUS. $32.50 $70.70

Guide for telephone numbers customers can dial with Metropolitan Calling Area Plan

*These MCA rates are in addition to local basic service.

EXCHANGE Kansas City Metropolitan: Central

AREA CODE-PREFIX

816-201 816-202 816-203 816-206 816-207 816-210 816-213 816-215 816-218 816-221 816-223 816-225 816-231 816-234 816-235 816-241 816-242 816-245 816-247 816-260 816-274 816-275 816-276 816-283 816-289 816-292 816-304* 816-305 816-237 816-455 816-252 816-503 816-505 816-313 816-266* 816-767 913-288 913-307 913-493 913-639 913-219 913-319 913-375 913-469 913-641 913-696 913-962

816-309* 816-318 816-329 816-333 816-340 816-346 816-349 816-360 816-361 816-363 816-374 816-391 816-392 816-395 816-401 816-405 816-418 816-419 816-421 816-426 816-435 816-440 816-444 816-460 816-467 816-471 816-472 816-474 816-413 816-459 816-254 816-521 816-584 816-353 816-501 816-941 913-299 913-310 913-564 913-644 913-226 913-323 913-381 913-491 913-642 913-706 913-967

816-480 816-482 816-483 816-497 816-500 816-502 816-504 816-506 816-507 816-509 816-510 816-512 816-513 816-516 816-517 816-518 816-519 816-520 816-523 816-527* 816-531 816-536 816-545 816-550 816-556 816-559 816-560 816-561 816-814 816-468 816-257 816-833 816-587 816-356 816-508 816-942 913-334 913-408 913-577 913-688 913-236 913-327 913-383 913-492 913-648 913-707

816-571 816-572 816-576 816-589 816-590 816-591 816-606 816-615 816-616 816-654 816-691 816-698 816-701 816-702 816-703 816-714 816-716 816-717 816-718 816-719 816-726 816-730 816-751 816-753 816-756 816-757 816-759 816-760 816-325 816-836 816-741 816-358 816-612 816-943 913-788 913-416 913-588 913-859 913-248 913-338 913-385 913-495 913-649 913-752 816-420

816-769 816-771 816-797 816-798 816-802 816-803 816-804 816-805 816-806 816-807 816-808 816-809 816-810 816-812 816-813 816-818 816-819 816-820 816-821 816-822 816-823 816-830 816-835 816-840 816-842 816-843 816-844 816-853 816-746 816-737 816-672 816-965 913-465 913-610 913-890 913-268 913-339 913-433 913-498 913-652 913-888 816-436 816-350

816-854 816-855 816-860 816-861 816-863 816-864 816-868 816-870 816-871 816-881 816-889 816-896 816-898 816-914 816-916 816-918 816-920 816-921 816-922 816-923 816-924 816-926 816-929 816-931 816-932 816-936 816-960 816-968

816-979 816-983 816-985 816-989 816-990 816-995 816-997 913-208 913-261 913-262 913-269 913-279 913-281 913-287 913-302 913-321 913-328 913-342 913-362 913-371 913-384 913-403 913-406 913-424 913-432 913-514 913-515 913-522

913-530 913-534 913-551 913-558 913-570 913-573 913-576 913-596 913-621 913-624 913-633 913-634 913-645 913-646 913-656 913-671 913-676 913-677 913-722 913-787 913-789 913-831 913-915 913-919 913-927 913-963 913-980

Tier 1: Gladstone

816-452

816-453

816-454

Independence

816-373

816-461

816-478

Parkville Raytown

816-743 816-761 816-966 913-473 913-613 913-928 913-269 913-341 913-438 913-541 913-661 913-894

South Kansas

816-763 816-969

816-765

City

Bethel, KS Lenexa, KS

913-477 913-614 913-978 913-315 913-344 913-451 913-599 913-663 913-895

913-487 913-617 913-993 913-317 913-345 913-458 913-631 913-664 913-906*

Overland Park, KS

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EXCHANGE

AREA CODE-PREFIX

Tier 2: Belton Blue Springs

816-322 816-220

816-331 816-224 816-796 816-251 816-415 816-734 816-880

816-348 816-228

816-229

816-655

816-817

East Independence 816-795

Lee’s Summit

816-246 816-407 816-437 816-801

816-347 816-781

816-524 816-792

816-525

816-554

Liberty Nashua Tiffany

816-891

Springs

Bonner

913-422

913-441

913-721

Springs, KS

Olathe, KS

913-324 913-780 913-681

913-390 913-782 913-685

913-393 913-791 913-814

913-397 913-829 913-851

913-712

913-715

913-764

913-768

Stanley, KS

913-897

EXCHANGE

AREA CODE-PREFIX

MCA SUBSCRIBERS NXXs

Tier 3: Greenwood

816-537 816-532 816-443 816-330 816-431 816-243 816-628 816-336 816-249 816-578 816-996

816-623 816-873 816-847 816-546 816-858 816-270 816-635 816-750 816-650 816-774

816-537 816-532 816-847 816-330 816-858 816-270 816-628 816-750 816-650 816-578 816-996

Smithville

Grain Valley

Farley

Platte City Ferrelview

816-464

816-466

816-490

Kearney

Missouri City

Buckner

Lake Lotawana Leavenworth, MO

Tier 4: Holt Cleveland/ W. Cleveland Excelsior

816-264 816-658

816-320 913-964

816-320 816-618

816-618

913-947

913-947

816-629

816-630

816-637

816-629

816-630

Springs Orrick

816-496 816-267 816-779 816-566 816-540 816-258 816-280 816-357 816-386 816-227 816-250 816-296 816-869 816-862 816-293 816-528 816-240 816-680 816-657 816-450 816-539 816-470 816-230 816-290 816-732 816-720

816-770 816-625 816-758 816-697 816-987 816-380 816-445 816-370 816-640 816-790

816-770 816-690 816-779 816-697 816-540 816-380 816-280 816-370 816-640 816-790

Oak Grove

816-690

Peculiar

Lone Jack Pleasant Hill Harrisonville Camden Point

816-884

816-887

Trimble Weston Edgerton

Tier 5: Freeman

816-899 816-580

816-250 816-580

Lawson

East Lynne Garden City

Bill Screening Bill Screening

Archie Lathrop

816-430 816-740 816-934 816-865 913-377 816-992 816-930 816-776 816-263 816-494 816-850 816-597

816-430 816-740 816-240 816-680 816-619 816-450 816-930 816-470 816-230 816-290 816-850 816-720

Wellington Strasburg W. Drexel Dearborn Plattsburg Richmond Odessa Henrietta Drexel/

816-619

913-376

913-376

816-633

Holden

Kingsville

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Statement Of Nondiscrimination

Statement of Nondiscrimination In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339 . Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992 . Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights De acuerdo con la ley federal de derechos civiles y las reglamentaciones y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de Estados Unidos (U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA), se prohíbe al USDA, sus agencias, oficinas, y empleados, e instituciones que participan o administran los programas del USDA, discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, religión, género, identidad de género (incluidas las expresiones de género), orientación sexual, discapacidad, edad, estado civil, estado familiar/parental, ingresos derivados de un programa de asistencia pública, creencias políticas, o reprimendas o represalias por actividades previas sobre derechos civiles, en cualquier programa o actividad llevados a cabo o financiados por el USDA (no todas las bases se aplican a todos los programas). Las fechas límite para la presentación de remedios y denuncias varían según el programa o el incidente. Las personas con discapacidades que requieran medios alternativos de comunicación para obtener información sobre el programa (por ej., Braille, letra grande, cinta de audio, lenguaje americano de señas, etc.) deberán comunicarse con la Agencia responsable o con el Centro TARGET del USDA al (202) 720-2600 (voz y TTY) o comunicarse con el USDA a través del Servicio Federal de Transmisiones al (800) 877-8339. Asimismo, se puede disponer de información del programa en otros idiomas además de inglés. Para presentar una denuncia por discriminación en el programa, complete el Formalario de Denuncias por Discriminación en el Programa del USDA, AD-3027, que se encuentra en línea en http://www.ascr. usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, o en cualquier oficina del USDA, o escriba una carta dirigida al USDA e incluya en la carta toda la información solicitada en el formulario. Para solicitar una copia del for- mulario de denuncias, llame al (866) 632-9992. Envíe su formulario completado o su carta al USDA por los siguientes medios: (1) correo: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 (2) fax: (202) 690-7442 ; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. LTC Networks ® is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Spanish Translation

1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410

(2) fax: (202) 690-7442; o (3) correo electrónico: program.intake@usda.gov. LTC Networks ® es un proveedor y empleador que ofrece iguladad de oportunidades.

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Equal Access

LTC Networks ® offers Equal Access for interlata & intralata long distance phone service. Equal Access means you can choose a long distance company to provide your long distance phone service.

Some Equal Access Facts To Remember 1. Equal Access is available only through your home or business phone. 2. When you choose a long distance company, you will receive all toll and assistance related services from that company, including operator services. You will be instructed by your long distance company in accessing operator assistance. 3. To change primary long distance companies, you may contact LTC Networks ® at 816-528-4211 or call direct to the long distance company of your choice.

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Phone Repair Service

security system, or night bells, make sure that equipment is working. If your phone service works without the added equipment, the problem may be with the accessories. If You Hear Noise On Your Line: It may be caused by the weather, aerial satellites, poor grounding or other conditions that are only temporary. If the noise persists, the troubleshooting tips listed on this page may help isolate the problem. The interference may also be caused by radio frequency signals from amateur citizens band (CB) and AM/FM broadcast stations. The installation of a modular filter, obtainable from most stores selling phone equipment, may help. Because cordless phones operate on radio frequencies, they can also receive interference from nearby radio transmitters. Contact your cordless phone equipment supplier or manufacturer for assistance with these problems. If You Hear A Rapid Busy Signal: While making a local or long distance call, it means that all phone circuits are busy. Wait a few minutes, then try your call again.

To Report A Problem With Your Phone Service

Call 800-721-2577

Why Won’t My Phone Work? These tests can help you determine why your phone isn’t working: 1. If you have only one phone and it unplugs, take it to a friend’s home or office and plug it in. If it doesn’t work there, you probably have a phone equipment problem. 2. If you have two or more phones that unplug, unplug all of them. Then try each one at a time in each phone jack or outlet. If one phone doesn’t work anywhere, you probably have a phone equipment problem. If none of the phones work in any jack, you may have a jack or inside wiring problem. 3. Borrow a friend’s phone and try it in each one of your jacks. If it doesn’t work in a particular jack, you probably have a jack or inside wiring problem. If it doesn’t work in any jack, you may have a phone company line problem. 4. If your phone doesn’t unplug, contact the company that sold or leased it to you for directions on how to remove it. 5. If you have phone accessories, such as answering machines, speaker phones, cordless phones, a

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Phone Repair Service

If The Problem Is In Your Jack Or The Wire That Runs Through Your Home Or Office: You have three options: 1. You can call LTC Networks ® . If

you subscribe to our optional wire maintenance plan, we will repair your jack or inside wiring at no charge during normal business hours. If you don’t subscribe or cannot wait until normal business hours, we will still be happy to repair the problem, but we will have to charge you for labor, materials and a trip charge if appropriate. 2. You are welcome to hire any independent contractor or home repair expert to repair your jack or inside wiring. 3. You can repair the problem yourself. If The Problem Is In The LTC Networks ® Outside Lines Or Switching Equipment: Call 800-721-2577 to report a problem with your phone service.

Our Repair Service Center Can Help Isolate The Problem But in some cases, we won’t know what’s wrong without sending a repair technician to your home or office. There may be a charge for this repair visit. Troubleshooting–described on the previous page–may help you isolate the problem yourself and save you time and money. If The Problem Is In Your Phone Set: Follow the instructions on your warranty or contact your equipment retailer.

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Establishing Or Transferring Phone Service

To establish or transfer residential and/or business phone service, please call the LTC Networks ® business office. To enable us to process your order to establish phone service, we will need to know your complete address, and how you want to be listed in the directory. We also need to know about previous phone service in your name, and other credit information. We will ask for identification and an alternate contact number. Deposit Policy Customers may be asked to pay a deposit to establish phone service. The amount of your deposit is determined when you apply for service. You Will Be Billed For Changes In Your Service All changes, except termination of service, and disconnection of certain options, require a service charge. The amount you are charged depends on the type of change requested. Consult the LTC Networks ® business office for different services. How You Are Billed Charges for local service are billed one month in advance. Toll calls and repair charges are billed after they occur. How, When, & Where To Pay Your Bill Your payment due date appears on your bill. Your payment is considered past due if not paid by that date.

You can mail your payment or pay your bill at the business office located at 3406 Miller St., Bethany, MO, or at Goppert Financial Bank, 710 Oak St., Lathrop, MO. Please don’t send cash in the mail. We also offer automatic bank deduction, debit and credit card payment abilities or you can pay online by going to grm.net and clicking on eBill. Contact your business office for more information. You will save time and reduce the chance of error if you use the payment portion of your bill when paying. There is a charge for each returned check. Error On Your Bill If you have a question on your bill, call your local customer service representative. Explain the possible error to the representative who will help you. If the error cannot be resolved, please pay the undisputed charges on time so you’ll maintain a good payment record while the problem is being investigated. Paying The Bill On Time, So Your Service Will Not Be Disconnected If your payment is not received by the due date, or you do not comply with payment arrangements, your phone service may be disconnected. How To Get Your Service Restored All relevant past charges must be paid before your service can be reconnected, and you will be charged a reconnection fee. You may also be asked to pay a deposit.

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Internet

LTC Networks ® has partnered with Security Coverage to offer a complete solution for your computer security, maintenance and support needs. Tech Home makes technology easy. Secure your desktop, laptop, tablet and smartphone to guard against viruses, hacking or stolen and lost times. Learn more about the available Tech Home packages at www.grm.net/internet/computer-security-solutions.

Protect Plus

Managed Wi-Fi*

Protect

Support

$ 4.95/mo.

$ 9.95/mo.

$ 14.95/mo.

$ 24.95/mo.

SecureIT Web Security for computers, phones & tablets Anti-theft for your phone or tablet Keep your memories & files safe Convenient password keeper

Covers 1 desktop & 1 mobile device Covers 4 devices (desktop or mobile) 24/7 concierge hotline for connectivity 24 hour in-home Wi-Fi monitoring

No cost next day in-home issue resolution Worry free equipment replacement guarantee Signal saturation guarantee 24/7 concierge hotline for setup, support & troubleshooting Solve network problems

Connect new devices

Fix slow browser problems Tune up slow devices

*$7.50/month for Each Additional Access Point if Needed

Residential Internet Products & Services • #surfer up to 25 Mbps download / 25 Mbps upload $42.95 per month plus phone • #streamer 75 Mbps download / 75 Mbps upload $69.95 per month plus phone, or $75.00 per month Internet only • #gamer 200 Mbps download / 200 Mbps upload

• #happyhome 500 Mbps download / 500 Mbps upload

$89.95 per month plus phone, or $95.00 per month Internet only

• #digthegig 1000 Mbps download / 1000 Mbps upload

$99.95 per month plus phone, or $105.00 per month Internet only

Standard Installation Fee: $100 one-time charge

Equipment Fee: $3.95/month (required)

$79.95 per month plus phone, or $85.00 per month Internet only

Managed Wi-Fi: $14.95/month (optional)

Advertised speeds are symmetrical and reflect highest achievable outcome. Service availability varies by location. Please contact LTC Networks ® for more information.

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Computer Maintenance Recommendations Computer Updates:

Troubleshooting The following can help determine why your router may not be working properly: • Powercycle the router by unplugging the power source, waiting 30 seconds, and then plugging it back in. Do not reset the modem. • Check that the Ethernet cord is plugged securely into the WAN or Internet port on the back of the router. • Check that the Ethernet cord running from your computer is plugged securely into one of the four LAN ports on the back of the router. Things to know before calling Tech Support (800-721-2577): • The status of the lights on the front of the modem • Username and password • Your Internet service speed tier LTC Networks ® Technical Support is available 24/7 to all LTC Internet customers. Call toll-fr ee 800-721-2577 for assistance.

Keep current on updates in order to have the latest protection available for your computer’s operating system. Anti-Virus Program: Used to protect your computer from malware, viruses, worms and Trojan horses which often delete files, access personal information and try to infect other computers. Update and scan on a regular basis. Anti-Spyware Program: • Spyware is a general term for programs that collect information from your computer, advertise or change computer settings, usually without your consent. • Anti-spyware programs detect and remove spyware. • Only download anti-spyware programs from sites you trust. Be cautious about programs offered through pop-ups and emails. Firewall: A firewall makes your computer invisible on the Internet and blocks most communications from unauthorized sources. Install and maintain software for a firewall.

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General Information/ Enhanced Features

Warning–Buried Cable Cables and lines that provide your service are buried cable. It will be in your best interest to give us several days advance notice before you start trenching or digging. Damage to cables and lines impairs your service and the cost of repairs is expensive. Before digging or trenching, contact the following: Missouri One Call 811 900/976 Call Blocking Dialing 900 and 976 prefix numbers allows you to reach a variety of “pay-per-call” sources. Several customers have requested and received call blocking to 900 and 976 prefix numbers. All telephones are capable of completing a call to any 900 or 976 prefix numbers unless call blocking is requested. If you so desire, LTC Networks ® will block call attempts to these prefixes from your phone. If you have any questions about this offering, please call the business office. Anonymous Call Rejection Refuse calls from those who have blocked their numbers. $1.95/month. How it works: When you’ve turned this service “on” any callers who have blocked their number from your Caller ID display will hear an announcement that you do not accept anonymous calls and they should remove blocking and call back. All other calls will ring through as usual. To “turn on” the service: 1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. 2. Press *77 . 3. Listen for an announcement. Hang up. To “turn off” the service: 1. Press *87 . 2. Listen for an announcement. Hang up. Note: You will not be notified when or how many calls have been rejected.

Auto Redial / Callback Get through to busy numbers as soon as they’re free. $1.95/month. How it works: You can save time dialing busy numbers over and over. Your phone rings you as soon as the line is free, and automatically connects you. How to use: 1. When you hear a busy signal, press and release the “switchhook.” Listen for a special tone. 2. If you’ve already hung up, lift the handset and listen for a normal dial tone. 3. Press *66 . 4. If the line is still busy, hang up. Your phone will check the number for up to 30 minutes. 5. A special callback ring alerts you if the line becomes free (some phones ring normally). 6. Lift the handset to automatically place the call. To cancel your callback request: 1. Depress the “switchhook” and release. Listen for a dial tone. 2. If you’ve already hung up, lift the handset and listen for a normal dial tone. 3. Press *86 . 4. Listen for the confirmation tone or announcement. Hang up. Notes: • To start the 30-minute clock, repeat steps 1-4 under “How to use.” • Auto Redial/Callback can check as many as 30 busy lines at once for you. To know which call is being completed, you must subscribe to Calling Number service. • Does not work on 800 numbers, 900 numbers, numbers outside the specified service area, or on a line where Call Forward and some other call services have been activated. • The “switchhook” is the button the handset pushes down when you hang up the phone. Some phones have a Link or Flash key you can press instead.

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Call Forward Let your calls follow you to another number.

callers can talk with someone else or can leave a message for you. Easily turn it on or off, or change the forwarding number - anytime. To turn “on” the service: 1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. 2. Press *90 . 3. Listen for the dial tone. 4. Dial the number where you want your calls forwarded. 5. When the phone is answered, your Call Forward Busy is in effect. If the line is busy, or there’s no answer: 1. Hang up. 2. Within two minutes, repeat steps 1-4 above. You’ll hear a confirmation tone, to let you know your Call Forward Busy is now working. To “turn off” the service: 1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. 2. Press *91 . 3. Listen for the confirmation tone, then hang up. Your Call Forward Busy is now “off.” To change the “forward to” number: 1. Turn off Call Forward Busy (see directions above.) 2. Repeat steps 1-5 above to turn on Call Forward Busy, entering the new “forward to” number. Notes: • Dial the number exactly as if you are calling directly. For a local number, dial the 7-digit phone number.

$1.00/month. How it works:

You can program your calls to ring at another number. Each time a call is forwarded, your phone will make one short ring. It can still be used to make outgoing calls. To “turn on” the service: 1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. 2. Press *72 . 3. Listen for the dial tone. 4. Dial the number where you want your calls forwarded. 5. When the phone is answered, your Call Forward is in effect. If the line is busy, or there’s no answer: 1. Hang up. 2. Within two minutes, repeat steps 1-4. You’ll hear a confirmation tone, to let you know your Call Forward is now working. To “turn off” the service: 1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. 2. Press *73 . 3. Listen for the confirmation tone, then hang up. Your Call Forward is now “off,” and calls will ring normally on your phone. To change the “forward to” number: 1. Turn off Call Forward. 2. Repeat steps 1-5 in the previous section to turn on Call Forward, entering the new “forward to” number. Note: Dial the number exactly as if you are calling directly. For a local number dial the 7-digit phone number. For a long distance number, dial “1” plus the area code. Or if you have speed calling you may dial one of your codes instead. Call Forward Busy When your line is busy, your callers can reach someone else. $1.95/month. How it works: Whenever you’re on the phone, you can be sure your

For a long distance number, dial “1” plus the area code. Or if you have speed calling, you may dial one of your codes instead. • If you subscribe to Call Waiting, Call Waiting must be deactivated for Call Forward Busy to work.

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