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Feb 5 2013 “Straight Talk with Smith” Queries and Responses Resident Electric Conservation Program (RECP): Will the bands of average usage drop as electric consumption also drops?

Yes. The baseline/buffer/ life type group will be averaged monthly. If average usage drops, the ‘band’ will drop as well. What are some things Lincoln Housing is doing ahead of time to be proactive in preparing for the program implementation by evaluating energy efficiency?

Lincoln Military Housing continuously works to ensure housing units are energy efficient. It is encouraged that if you are aware of an inefficient appliance or would like to have them ‘check’ your usage, that you contact them directly. Are there lessons learned from the Hawaii and South Carolina RECP program that can help us here in San Diego?

Yes. Decreasing the ‘buffer’ from 20% to 10% is expected to increase energy savings. What are the consequences if a service member refuses to pay the overage cost?

This situation would be treated similar to a resident not paying rent. Lincoln Military Housing is responsible to collect rents and utility payments incurred by residents. Speaking of rent, will Lincoln Housing residents be required to sign a new lease to incorporate RECP?

There will be a new lease addendum which each resident will be asked to sign. Only electric usage will be monitored, correct? Also, how will a tenant know that the buffer/life type is?

Correct. At this time only electricity is included in RECP. The buffer/life type is shown on the statement each month. Where can someone get the paper work to apply for a waiver?

An Exception to Policy Request letter from the resident to the local Navy Housing Office is required. Waivers apply to only Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) members. A bona fide need must be demonstrated and enrollment in the EFMP program does not instantly qualify someone. A documented need for extra power usage in care of the EFMP member must be provided.


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