A publication of the Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging
March 2014 VOL. 39 • NO. 3
ENOA 4223 Center Street Omaha, NE 68105-2431
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Retiring After a 25-year career with the Millard Public Schools – the last 18 as the district’s superintendent - Dr. Keith Lutz is stepping down in June. Nick Schinker reviews Lutz’s career and examines his plans for the future. Page 10.
Homestead exemption Nebraskans meeting income and age guidelines may receive property tax relief by exempting all or part of their homestead’s valuation from taxation through the homestead exemption program. See page 3.
What’s inside When should you dial 911?...................................2 March 2014 calendar of events .............................4 Proper snow shoveling..........................................5 AARP’s Tax-Aide program .....................................6 Preparing mentally for retirement ..........................9 ‘Read it and eat’ .....................................................9 Growing your own healthy foods .........................14 Tips for buying a vehicle .....................................16 Jeff Corwin is coming to Omaha .........................18 Energy efficiency home repairs ...........................20