JUNE The news you need this month
BEAT THE PEAK AND SAVE Do the dishes later – shift your chores to save energy
BEAT THE PEAK AND HIGH ENERGY COSTS Electricity is in highest demand during hot summer months. Shift or lower your energy use to beat the peak and save this summer! When you save during peak hours, you help your co-op save and, in turn, help keep rates low.
When do peak hours occur? Peak hours take place on certain days in the months of June through September between 2-7 p.m., when Cobb EMC’s demand peaks.
Ways to save during peak hours:
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Set your thermostat to 80º or higher.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR Open board meeting Cobb EMC holds monthly board meetings open to members. See all upcoming meeting dates: www.cobbemc.com/events Where: 1000 EMC Parkway Marietta, GA 30060 Time: 4 p.m., unless otherwise noted on our website
Wash clothes in cold water.
RSVP required: You can RSVP by calling 678-355-3225 or visiting www.cobbemc.com/boardmeeting. Upcoming board meetings:
Use the oven, dishwasher, dryer and other appliances during off-peak periods.
Learn more cobbemc.com/beatthepeak
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HOLIDAY HOURS Unplug unnecessary appliances and electronics.
CELEBRATE LOW RATES! According to the 2016 Georgia Public Service Commission Summer Residential Rate survey, your rates are the lowest in the state of Georgia! As your electric cooperative, we are committed to safely delivering reliable, competitively priced electricity to you and your family.
In observance of the Fourth of July, our offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4. • Our crews are always standing by for emergencies. Call 770-429-2100 to report outages 24/7 or visit our outage center. www.cobbemc.com/outagecenter • Pay your bill online 24/7 through our online account management system or through our app. www.cobbemc.com/app
Learn about Cobb EMC’s progress and exercise your right to vote at the Annual Meeting. Each Cobb EMC member who registers will receive up to four free North Georgia State Fair tickets with unlimited rides.
Saturday, September 16
Key dates and deadlines
Jim R. Miller Park
June 8: Member sponsored bylaw amendments must be submitted (Sec. 10.01).
Door Prizes • Smart watches • Visa® gift cards • Bill credits • Big Green Egg® grills • Refurbished Cobb EMC truck
August 11: Notice must be received from any member desiring to exceed the 5 minute speaking limitation for the Annual Meeting (Sec. 2.12).
Learn more at www.cobbemc.com/annualmeeting.
FREE FAIR TICKETS • FUN ACTIVITIES • DOOR PRIZES SHOCKING DANGERS LURKING WHERE YOU SWIM Because there are no visible signs to tell if water is energized, electric shock drowning is often referred to as a silent killer. According to experts, there are ways to swim safely and prevent electric shock drowning.
Avoiding electric shock drowning: • Never swim near docks or marinas. Faulty wiring, damaged cords or electrical devices can energize the surrounding water. • Do not swim near a boat while it’s running. • Obey all ‘No Swimming’ signs. • Use licensed electricians to do any electrical work on your boat, dock or marina.
Responding to electric shock drowning: • Turn off power to any nearby electrical source. Call 911. • Do not enter the water. Use a life ring and try to move the shocked individual away from the power source. • Begin CPR or use an artificial electrical defibrillator (AED) until first responders arrive.
MEMBERS SAVE OVER $100 MILLION
YOU’RE INVITED! FREE SOLAR SEMINAR
Co-op members across the nation have saved more than $100 million on prescription purchases with the Co-op Connections® Card!
Attend our free Solar Energy Seminar!
You can save, too! It’s easy. Print your card and start saving today, or download the app to access discounts on the go!
Healthy discounts include: • Vision • Chiropractic • Dental • Pharmacy • Lab work • Hearing aids
LEARN MORE cobbemc.com/discounts
What to expect: • Guest speakers will answer commonly asked questions about residential solar energy. • Learn how solar energy works and get updates on the solar industry. • Tour the Safety Village and view our solar power generating station, weather permitting.
When: Thursday, August 10, 6-8 p.m.
If you would like to tour the Safety Village, please arrive at 4:30 p.m.
Where: Cobb County Safety Village Registration is required, and seats are given on a first-come first-served basis.
REGISTER cobbemc.com/solarseminar