A NEWSLETTER FOR PEC’S ELECTRIC CONSUMERS IN THIS ISSUE

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

DECEMBER 2017

Winter Storm SafetyTips to stay safe and warm should you fi nd yourself in the dark after a severe winter event. Page 3

Please read your newsletter carefully. If you spot your account number hidden in these pages, please contact PEC immediately to claim a $5 credit on your next month’s electric bill.

Good Tidings We BringGo paperless at PEC’s SmartHub, get $5 and a whole lot more!

Good tidings we bring to you and all PEC members this holiday season with PEC’s latest online solution called SmartHub. Find it

at www.PeoplesElectric.coop.

Go paperless at the SmartHub for a $5 credit on next month’s electric bill, and save time and clutter by viewing your PEC bill and this newsletter online. Rather than receiving a paper statement each month in the mail, you’ll leave more paper for Santa and presents around the Christmas tree!

The ‘power’ to manage your PEC account is right at your fi ngertips. Members with smartphones or tablet devices can download the SmartHub app from iTunes or the Android Marketplace. (Use search term “NISC SmartHub”.) Or perhaps a personal computer is your electronic tool of choice. If so, all you need is an Internet connection and a web browser. 210300900

Every step is easy. It’s convenient, and it’s absolutely free. Paperless billing is good for all PEC members, not just those who benefi t directly from the convenience of online bill presentment. The savings add up when there’s no bill to print, postage to pay and newsletter to print. When the co-op saves money, it benefi ts everyone.

To go paperless, simply log in at PEC’s SmartHub. Click “Pay a Bill / Report an Outage” at www.PeoplesElectric.coop or access the SmartHub app via your mobile device as mentioned previously. Once registered on SmartHub, you’ll be given the option to go paperless. You’ll receive a $5 credit, and earn entries into our fi nal Take Charge prize drawing of the year (certain restrictions apply). Questions? Contact PEC’s Member Services department at toll-free 1-877-456-3031 or (580) 332-3031 (Ada area).

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Space Heater Safety TipsIf something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Learn about the power of space heaters. Page 2

$5 Could be Hiding in this Issue for YOU!

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“If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” That saying rings especially true when it comes to most claims about space heaters that indicate they can dramatically cut your heating and cooling costs. Many people turn to space heaters—both electric models and those powered by kerosene or even wood— as a convenient source of warmth in winter months, believing that they’ll actually save on their electric bill. Don’t be fooled by its small size.

Space heaters only warm a small area. You may save some money if you turn down the thermostat (sometimes to as low as 50 degrees Fahrenheit), set the space heater in a room with people in it, and then close off that room from the rest of the house. But space heaters cannot come close to replacing energy-efficient central heating or weatherization improvements. And often times when space heaters are placed in a low-profile area such as water well house for warmth during freezing temperatures, we forget about them when the temperatures rise or until a noticeably high electric bill arrives. So while it’s technically possible to cut your heating bill using space heaters, for most people, it’s impractical.

“When it comes to saving energy, there are no magic solutions,” asserts Brian Sloboda, senior program manager for energy efficiency at the Cooperative Research Network, the research arm of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. “Anyone promising to slash your utility bill by double digits is stretching the truth to the breaking point. Buying ENERGY STAR-rated appliances, unplugging battery chargers and other ‘vampire’ electronics, and sealing air leaks around windows and doors are some of the best ways to save money and energy.” 371901806

The bottom line: there’s no substitute for good old-fashioned energy efficiency measures like weather stripping around doors, caulking around windows, adding

insulation to your attic, plugging leaks in ductwork, and regularly cleaning or replacing furnace filters.

Learn to live with these space heater safety tips.

• Keep the heater at least 3 feet from flammable items such as curtains, furniture, or bedspreads.

• Select a space heater with a guard around the heating element.

• When buying a heater, choose one that has been tested and certified by a nationally recognized testing institution such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

• Buy a heater that can handle the area that you want to heat.

• Read and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions.

• Keep children and pets away from space heaters.

• Never leave a space heater unattended.

• Never go to sleep with a space heater on.

• Never use or store flammable liquids near a space heater.

• Do not use a heater in a bathroom–it’s a high-moisture area that could cause damage.

• Keep heaters away from water to prevent electrocution.

• Do not use an extension cord with a space heater. 420900406

• Do not use the heater to dry clothes.

• Be sure the heater’s plug fits snugly in an outlet. The cord and plug may feel warm when operating since the unit draws so much power, but they should not feel hot. If they do, unplug the heater and have a qualified repair person check for problems.

• Do not attempt to repair a broken heater yourself. It should be checked and repaired by a qualified appliance service center.

Space Heaters are power eaters

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24 Hour Outage Reporting System (877) 272-1500 or (580) 272-1500 (Ada Area)

IMPORTANT DATESBills mailed ........................................31st

Bills should be paid by the ......... 10th

Cutoff s made ................................... 20th

Business Hours8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday(877) 456-3031 or (580) 332-3031(Ada Area)

People's ElectricCooperative

P.O. Box 429Ada, OK 74821

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Jenny Trett- SulphurChairman & President

Eldon Flinn - FittstownVice Chairman

Dr. Laurin Patton - AdaSecretary

Bob Thomas - CoalgateTreasurer

Jack Lambert - AdaTrustee

STEPS TO FOLLOW IF YOURELECTRICITY GOES OFF1. Check your fuse or breaker box.2. Check with your neighbors. Are

they off ? Have they reported the outage?

3. Call our 24 hour Outage Reporting System at toll-free 1-877-272-1500 or (580) 272-1500 (local Ada area).

4. Always report outages promptly! Remember, the cooperative's responsibility ends at the meter. If a service call is made and the trouble is found on the consumer's side, a $50.00 service charge will be assessed.

5. For faster service, please make sure we have the correct phone number(s) for your account on fi le. Your phone number will be used to access your account information.

Providing electricity and energy service to over 21,000 meters in the following 11 south central Oklahoma counties: Atoka, Carter, Coal, Garvin, Hughes, Johnston, McClain, Murray, Pittsburg, Pontotoc and Seminole.

Website: www.PeoplesElectric.coop

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Snow and ice storms are an inevitable part of the winter season. They can lead to downed power lines and outages. Remember the following tips to stay safe and warm should you fi nd yourself in the dark after a severe winter event: 82600302

Winter Storm Safety

• Never touch a fallen power line, and assume all wires on the ground are electrically charged. Call PEC to report it immediately. Avoid contact with overhead lines during cleanup and other activities.

• In the event of an outage, an alternate heating source—such as a fi replace, propane space heater, or wood stove—may be used. Extreme caution should be taken.

• Plan to stay in an area of the home where the alternate heat source is located.

• Fuel- and wood-burning heating sources should be vented. Be sure to follow manufacturer’s directions.

• Make sure carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors are working properly.

• Do not use a gas-powered oven for heating. A gas oven may go out or burn ineffi ciently, leading to carbon monoxide poisoning.

• Do not use a gas or charcoal grill inside the home. Do not use charcoal briquettes in the fi replace.

• If you use a portable generator to power a heating source, be sure the generator is located outside your house for proper ventilation. Do not use a generator in an attached garage. Follow manufacturer’s directions for operating the generator.

• Never connect generators to power lines. The reverse fl ow of electricity can electrocute an unsuspecting utility worker.

Winter storm 2013 - PEC distribution line located in Pontotoc County.

PEC will be unveiling an outage texting service to members in 2018! In order for you to utilize this service we need you to update your telephone numbers with us. To do so, please use our ‘Phone Number Update’ form at www.PeoplesElectric.coop, via SmartHub or call our member services department at (580) 332-3031.

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Remember to identify ads with your name, phone number and account number. This is a free service to PEC members. Clip and mail the above form to: PEC Newsletter - P.O. Box 429, Ada, OK 74820.

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Type or print your ad on the lines below and mail it in. Remember, we are limited on the amount of available space, so mail ads as soon as possible or email your ad to ads@peopleselectric.coop with name/account number._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Name:______________________________________________________Acct. No.:_____________________ Phone No.: ( )_______________

Since we are limited on the amount of available space, ads will be taken until the classified section is full. Ads received after the section is full will not be held for the next issue. They should be re-submitted. The number of ads published each month will vary according to availability of space and ad content. We reserve the right to delete words and edit.

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MISCELLANEOUS

If you need your top quilted, I will be glad to do so. I also make and quilt from start to finish: T’s, baby clothes, etc. (580) 332-3847 or (580) 436-7002

Handyman and repair service, experienced & professional workers, will do anything needed from hanging ceiling fans to roofing, from mowing to remodeling, references available. (405) 306-8896

Metal shop buildings or barns, industrial or commercial buildings. (405) 207-1240

8’x12’ storage sheds, rent to own, $83.13 per month for 48 months. (405) 783-4370

Home remodeling, 20 plus years experience, painting, sheetrock repair, carpentry, ceramic tile, windows, and electric. (580) 320-4169

Family owned sawmill in Tishomingo. Bring your own trees to be custom cut into lumber of your choosing. Wood slabs, $20 for a truck load, $40 for a trailer load. (580) 371-8349

Metal roofs, 15 colors, free estimates, vinyl siding and windows, remodeling, 24 years experience. (405) 783-4335

Alterations for brides and prom dresses, hemming, zippers, reline jackets, reasonable prices. (580) 332-5831

Greenhouses, buy or rent to own, 8x8 to 8x20, 12x12 and 12x24, with appropriate accessories; portable storage buildings, carports, garages, and playground equipment. (580) 332-7785.

Pressure washers for sale; pressure washer repair. (580) 759-5378

2 burial plots located in Memorial Park, Section 6, $1,000; 4 tires, Douglas X-Trac II 205/75 R14, less than 800 miles, $200; collectors plates, $25 each. (580) 272-7276

Dish cloths, 100% cotton yarn, seven inch square, several colors, will make nice gifts. (580) 369-2202

One Ashley wood stove and one Earth wood stove. (405) 207-3593 910500206

Pecans cracked, bought, sold, shelled, blown, 125 S. Cherry Street in Ada, 45¢. (405) 380-7675

XL 4000 Generator, 5,300 starting watts, 6.5 HP, Briggs & Stratton engine, 9.3 total hours, $200. (580) 320-8782

WANT TO BUY

Old highway signs; old railroad items of all kinds. (580) 559-8866

FARM & EQUIPMENTStructural pipe, H-posts, corner posts, rebar, etc. (405) 207-0101

Self-contained 9 horse-power backhoe, this is not a tractor, located in Latta. (405) 613-7356

Top soil and gravel available, can deliver or be picked up. (405) 207-8906

Massey Ferguson tractor, good condition. (580) 332-0957

Miscellaneous farm equipment, aluminum irrigation pipe and 6 HP pump. (405) 426-2783

Bermuda hay, large round, net wrapped, barn kept, will load. (405) 238-0393.

Mixed grass, net wrapped, large round bales, 1,000 lb. average, 1.5 miles north of Ada, $35 per bale. (580) 436-4352 or (580) 399-1964

LIVESTOCK & PET

Few laying hens, 2 pair bantams, and few bantam chicks. (580) 320-2391

Horned Hereford bulls, 15 months old; Hereford heifers, 10 months old, breeding quality. (580) 456-7830

Two Angus heifers, 10 & 11 months old, approximately 600 & 700 lbs, shots, tagged, and fat. (580) 399-2623

Butcher hogs, corn fed 150 days, half or whole, ready since the beginning of December 2017. (405) 379-2979

Registered Hereford Bulls, 22-24 months old, polled and horned, tested and ready for service, 4B Right-On and Domino 3027 bloodlines. (580) 399-1314

Angus bulls, 7 months to service age. (580) 456-7241 or (580) 320-3977

Registered Polled Hereford heifers and a few bred cows, Remitall Online 122L and PW Victor Boomer P606 genetics. (580) 332-2468

REAL ESTATE

Log home on 10 mostly wooded acres in Happyland, built in 2013, 2 bed, 1 bath, loft, wood stove, 36’ covered porch, deck, carport, metal roof, pond, 40’x8’ storage. (580) 559-9196

For rent: approximately 1,800 sq. ft. home on small acreage, located in Calvin area. (405) 645-2270

AUTOMOTIVE

2007 Harley D. Road K. Classic, one owner; Baldwin piano, price negotiable; antique 4 piece solid walnut bedroom set, from the 1950’s, excellent condition, can deliver. (405) 444-4314

2006 Black Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide motorcycle, 3,259 miles, great tires, great shape, one owner, garage kept. (580) 436-1428 or (580) 320-4826

2002 Pontiac Trans-Am convertible, “Last of the Breed” badge, black with black leather, adult owned, well maintained, 130K mileage, all power and air, $9,995. (405) 570-8194

1930 Ford, 2 door sedan, original, good condition, $7,500. (405) 306-0721

Dodge bed for short wheel, 4x4, tail gate and bumper, excellent condition, $2,000 firm. (580) 892-3000

Rent to own carports, starting at less than $45 per month. (580) 332-2276

(4) 275x60x2 used tires, threads and no holes; (1) 265x75x16 10 ply mounted on 8 hole rim, never been on the ground. (405) 213-6448

MOBILE HOMES, RV’S, BOATS, & ATV’S

2004 Layton Lite Fifth Wheel Model 245, 24 ft. length, one slide, sleeps six, gooseneck adapter installed, very clean, great condition, $6,500. (580) 857-2177

Large Arctic Fox slide in truck camper with slide out passenger side, A/C, heat, range, shower, refrigerator, nice interior, self contained, needs generator & repair of slide out, $1,800. (580) 320-2391

2 bdrm. mobile home, 60’x16’, year 2000, 8+ acres, 12’x’20 bldg., 42’x52’ barn, small lake or pond, all fenced and gated. (580) 622-6694

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

Futon bed, black frame, & 8’ mattress, $125; Husky air compressor, 1 gal., $35; bucket shape rocking chair, micro fiber, brown, $75. (580) 235-2792

Poster bed frame, $75; 2 very nice Queen Ann style chairs, burgundy, $150 each; motorized wheel chair, $1,200; 4x6 porch for trailer, $125; twin bed, $30. (580) 279-0525

One brown love-seat double recliner, good condition, $75; one green daybed, in great shape, $60. (580) 504-1487

Japanese style table and chairs, $75. (580) 272-3071

No members found their account number in November’s newsletter. The find would have netted them a $5 credit on this month’s electric bill. The numbers belonged to Cole Young of Atwood, Donna Bench of Allen, Alfa Davenport of Stuart, Chad Williams of Holdenville, and GR Jacobs of Coalgate. It’s easy to win. Just find your account number located somewhere in the newsletter, then call, write or come to PEC by the 12th of the month in which your number is published to claim your $5.