JUNE The news you need this month
PEAK SEASON IS HERE Do the dishes later – shift your chores to save energy
Smart Choice Same Power. Different Hour.
To maximize money and energy savings with the Smart Choice Rate, shift or lower your energy use on peak days from 2-7 p.m. We will issue a peak alert the day before the peak day is expected. Use the Peak Hour Toolkit for simple ways to beat the peak. www.cobbemc.com/toolkit
How will I receive an alert?
When do peak hours occur? • June through September • Monday through Friday • 2 to 7 p.m. • Excludes holidays
• Website – cobbemc.com • Email • Cobb EMC app • 770-429-2223
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Set your thermostat to 80º or higher.
Open board meeting Cobb EMC holds monthly board meetings open to members. See all upcoming meeting dates: www.cobbemc.com/events
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Ways to save during peak hours:
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
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.
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Use LED bulbs and turn off unnecessary lights. Unplug unnecessary appliances and electronics.
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HOLIDAY HOURS In observance of the Fourth of July, our offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4.
MEMBERS SAVE OVER $100 MILLION
• 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
Co-op members across the nation have saved more than $100 million on prescription purchases with the Co-op Connections® Card! Print your card and start saving today, or download the app to access discounts on the go! www.cobbemc.com/discounts
• Pay your bill online through our online account management system or through our app. www.cobbemc.com/app
Learn more cobbemc.com/smartchoice
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
Door Prizes
June 8: Member sponsored bylaw amendments must be submitted (Sec. 10.01).
• 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:
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.
• 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.
SIGN UP FOR IMPORTANT ALERTS
YOU’RE INVITED! FREE SOLAR SEMINAR
We’ll notify you a day before peak hours are expected by sending an email. Update your account information so you don’t miss our peak hour alerts.
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Update your email by going to www.cobbemc.com/myaccount.
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Choose the my information option, enter your current email address and click save.
Click on the my profile tab on the main menu.
You can also update your email address by calling our member care center at 770-429-2100.
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Attend our free Solar Energy Seminar!
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.
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LEARN MORE cobbemc.com/update
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