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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: • Capture your share of the sun with Cooperative Solar • Holiday safety — deck the halls safely this year • Energy efficiency in the kitchen this holiday season
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So many reasons to be thankful As we move into this holiday season, the Cobb EMC family wants to take a few minutes to reflect on what we’re thankful for this year. We’re thankful that... Your family saves money by receiving electricity from Georgia’s second most affordable EMC. Members saved an estimated $13 million through six credits in the Wholesale Power Adjustment (WPA) for the months of June, July, August, September, October and November. We were named EMC of the Year by Georgia EMC for unprecedented generosity and service. Members helped reach a milestone of $1 million donated to nonprofit organizations through Operation Round Up®.
World’s best linemen Cobb EMC linemen beat out nearly 1,000 of their colleagues from around the world to win the World Championship title at the 32nd Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo, an event that tests linemen’s skills under poor conditions. This is the fourth time Cobb EMC employees won the top award! Their unmatched skill, safety and speed proved exemplary as they won through a combination of top scores and best times, bringing home numerous awards. Find photos of all the action on our Facebook page! Pictured right: Cobb EMC’s 2015 International Lineman’s Rodeo participants pose in front of our co-op’s rodeo trailer.
Office hours Our offices will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. Employees are always standing by for emergencies. Please call our automated outage system at 770-429-2100 in the event of an outage.
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It’s easy being with COOPERATIVE SOLAR.
Capture your share of the sun. The new Cobb EMC Cooperative Solar program eliminates the expense and hassle of purchasing, installing and maintaining your own solar energy system. Members may buy up to six solar energy blocks for $25 each, per month. The solar kilowatt-hours produced each month offset the same amount of consumed kilowatt-hours on your bill. You will receive a credit for any excess solar power produced. Unlock the power of the sun. Explore the sunny side of Cobb EMC, visit www.cobbemc.com/coopsolar or email cooperativesolar@cobbemc.com
Your spare change makes a difference!
Cook up energy savings For many of us, the best holidays involve home-cooked meals and wonderful aromas of turkey, stuffing and baked goods wafting throughout the house. It means a busy kitchen and a bustling house full of family and friends. If this rings true for you, despite the increased kitchen activity, you still have an opportunity to save energy during the holidays. For side dishes, consider using a small appliance such as a crock pot. Small appliances are a smart, energy-saving alternative, typically using about half the energy of a stove.
Find these energy-efficient crock pot recipes for Thanksgiving side dishes on our Pinterest! www.pinterest.com/cobbemc
Through Operation Round Up®, our members have contributed more than $1,200,000 to charities in our community. www.cobbemc.com/roundup
Photo caption: Bryan Boyd, Chairman of Cobb EMC’s board of directors (left) and David Delk, FCA NW Area Director of Metro Atlanta (right).
September 2015 donations
Stay safe this holiday season The holidays are upon us. That means more celebrations with friends and family, travel, decorations, cooking and shopping. Cobb EMC wants you to stay safe during the holidays, so here are a few tips to consider as you gear up for the season:
Lighting Check lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires and loose connections. Use no more than three standard-size sets of lights per single extension cord.
Ladder When putting up holiday decorations, always use the proper step stool or ladder to reach high places. Don’t stand on chairs, desks or other furniture.
Food When preparing a holiday meal wash hands, utensils, sink and anything else that has come in contact with raw poultry. Keep in mind that a stuffed bird takes longer to cook.
Vehicle Prepare your car for the winter by checking items such as the brakes, spark plugs, battery and tires. Check your owner’s manual for the recommended interval for a tune-up.
Source: National Safety Council and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
• Autism Speaks • American Cancer Society • Atlanta Dream Center Inc. • Booth Western Art Museum • Celebrate Life International Inc. • Cobb Community Foundation for Cobb Children’s Fund • Cobb Police Athletic League (PAL) • Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta • Housing Initiative of North Fulton Inc. HomeStretch • Kids Cubed • Leukemia & Lymphoma Society GA Chapter • Prevent Blindness Georgia • Society of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia • Special Needs Development Group Inc. • Upper Etowah River Alliance
October 2015 donations • 10 Women of Hope Inc. • Center for Children and Young Adults • Cobb County Bar Association Community Service Fund • Fellowship of Christian Athletes • Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 13 • Friends of Cherokee Public Libraries Inc. • It’s a Journey Breasta Fiesta • March of Dimes • Marietta Museum of History Inc. • Presbyterian Homes of Georgia • Operation Appreciation
SAVE As a member of Cobb EMC you are connected to valuable discounts through your Co-op Connections® Card, including discounts from local participating businesses. Find out more at www.cobbemc.com/ discounts.
MORE WITH CO-OP CONNECTIONS :
Healthcare and Fitness Anytime Fitness www.anytimefitness.com Blumsack Family Chiropractic www.blumsackfamilychiropractic.com Brilliant Eyes Vision Center www.brillianteyesmarietta.com CareMinders Home Care www.careminders.com/marietta Chiropractic Wellness by Dr. George www.drgeorget.com Corey Chiropractic www.coreychiropractic.webs.com Curves of Kennesaw www.curveskennesaw.com Eaton Chiropractic www.eatonchiropractic.com Foothills Chiropractic http://foothills-chiropractic.com
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Highland Family Chiropractic www.highlandfamilychiro.com Horseshoe Bend Chiropractic www.horseshoebendchiropractic.com Iron Tribe Fitness www.irontribefitness.com Max Muscle Sports Nutrition www.maxmusclecobb.com Nutrition House Atlanta www.oswsatl.com Ping Hai DDS & Associates PC www.drhai.com Right Path Hypnosis www.rightpathhypnosis.com Shirley’s Helping Hands www.shirleyhelpinghands.com Smith Smile Orthodontics www.smithsmile.com Women’s Premier Fitness www.womenspremierfitness.com
THE ONE CARD THAT DOES IT ALL! Use your Co-op Connections® Card to receive a discount on flu vaccines at any participating pharmacy including CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Rite Aid and Target. Remember, your entire family can use the card.
IT’S SIMPLE your Co-op Connections Card at check out. If you have 1 Present insurance, present your insurance card as well.
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the pharmacist to calculate the discounted price. If you have 2 Ask insurance, ask the pharmacist to compare the discount card price to your insurance price.
3 You pay the lowest price between the two. DID YOU KNOW? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months or older.
SAVE MONEY THIS FLU SEASON!
Win a $500 bill credit! Time’s almost up! Sign up for Paperless Billing through our online account management system, SmartHub®, before the end of 2015 and enter to win a $100 bill credit, a tablet and a $500 bill credit. Signing up is easy! Then you can enjoy the perks of e-mail reminders when your bill is ready, 24/7 online access to your account and secure, online access to your statements. www.cobbemc.com/paperless