Dialing at a Glance
Type Of Call	Calling To	Dialing Plan
Local	All Area Codes	10-digits
Long Distance	All Area Codes	1+10-digits
Operator Calls	All Area Codes	0+10-digits

Examples
Local	541-555-5555
Long Distance	1-541-555-5555
Operator Call	0-541-555-5555

When Will the Change be Mandatory?

Beginning January 10, 2010, you must use the new dialing procedure for all local calls. After this date, if you do not use the new dialing procedure, your call will not be completed, and a recording will instruct you to hang up and dial again using the area code. All customers should begin using the new dialing procedure before Jabuary 10, 2010.

Why is the Change Necessary?

To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, the 458 area code has been added to the geographical region served by 541 - this is called an Area Code Overlay. Because of the addition of the 458 area code, all customers within the 541/458 geongraphy will need to dial the correct area code followed by the 7-digit telephone number when dialing local calls. Please see the map above for an outline fo the 541/458 area code region. Beginning February 10, 2010, new telephone lines or services may be assigned numbers with the 458 area code.

What Will You Need to Do?

• You will need to dial 10-digits (area code + 7 digit telephone number) for every local call.
• You may need to reprogram or upgrae your equipment if you use specialized communications equipment like a PBX, electronic telephone sets, auto-dial systems, or multi-line key systems to use the new dialing procedure.
• Some automatically dialed calls may require reprogramming to include the new dialing procedure. These calls may include: life safety systems, fax machines, Internet dial-up numbers, alarm and security systems, speed dialers, call forwarding settings, voicemail services, and similar functions.
• Check your websites, business stationary, advertising materials, personal checks, contact information, and your ID tags to ensure the area code is included.