t Satilla REMC, we strive to keep our members informed about important news, events and information about

their accounts. Here are a few ways we do this: Facebook: Our most popular way to reach members is our Satilla Facebook page. That’s where we post about everything from current promotions to storm preparedness. The Facebook page is also the best way to keep up with news and events about Satilla and how we are involved in local schools and in the community. Check us out at facebook.com/satillaemc/. Website: Visit our website at www.satillaemc.com. On our home page, you will find easy access to a variety of links that will allow you to pay your bill online, view your energy use, sign up for various programs and even connect with us on Facebook or Twitter. You can also view the lat-

est Satilla news and events as well as any current promotions. Mobile app: You can man-age your Satilla account from your phone or mobile device using the Satilla REMC mobile app. The mobile app allows you to pay bills, view payment history, track energy use, report outages and receive outage updates at any time and from anywhere. The app is accurate, secure and easy to use. It also can handle multiple accounts. Download our app on Google Play or the iPhone App Store. Outage Viewer: The Satilla

Outage Viewer is a great way for members to see an up-to-the-minute map displaying the current outages in our ser-vice area. Members can access the outage viewer on the Satilla mobile app or online at outageviewer.satillaemc.com:82/.

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Satilla REMC Newsletter

March 2019

Newsletter: The Satilla REMC Newsletter is mailed to Satilla members quarterly. This four-page newsletter is an excellent way for our members to keep up with what’s going on at Satilla. It typically contains a variety of arti-cles that members will find interesting. In addition, it is an excellent place to look for energy-saving ideas, safety tips, member notifications and even surplus equipment that Satilla has for sale. Home Energy Suite: Satilla members can access a wealth of information about electricity by taking advantage of Satilla’s Home Energy Suite. This valuable tool is located under the Your Energy tab on the Satilla website. Here you will find calculators that provide estimates of energy costs for a variety of appliances, as well as energy-saving tips that can help lower your electric bill.

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Energy Efficiency Tip the MonthSpring is nearly here! Now is the perfect time to test your A/C and ensure it’s ready for summer. Remember to check the evaporator coil, which should be cleaned annually for optimal efficiency.

—Source: energy.gov

Satilla REMC Foundation’s Generous Donations Benefit Technical College Students and Programs

he Satilla Rural Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) Foundation donated two checks totaling

$15,000 in November and December for education to ben-efit area communities and residents of Southeast Georgia. The significant donations will support student and pro-gram success at Wiregrass Technical College and Coastal Pines Technical College through scholarships, equipment, capital projects and other worthy investments that promote a highly skilled workforce. Funding for the awards was made possible through voluntary contributions of Satilla REMC members who round up their monthly electric bills.

At the Fitzgerald presentation, Jim Tucker, Chairman of the Satilla REMC Foundation, and Matt Parker, Secretary of the Satilla REMC Foundation, presented Wiregrass Technical College President Dr. Tina K. Anderson with a $5,000 check for students in the Coffee County area. Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC), which began offering classes in July 2014, was established from the consolidation of Altamaha Technical College (established 1989) and Okefenokee Technical College (estab-lished 1965). For many years before the merg-er, the Satilla REMC Foundation championed the mission of the former colleges and provid-ed financial support. Dr. Glenn Deibert, CPTC President, accepted a $10,000 donation for the CPTC Foundation at the Satilla REMC main office in Alma. “Generous donations to the CPTC Foundation by our local community, like Satilla REMC, benefit our students and benefit our local employers in need of a skilled workforce,” says Deibert. “Satilla REMC is a longtime supporter of Coastal Pines Technical College, and we appreciate their continued support.”

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‘Generous donations to the CPTC Foundation by our local community, like Satilla REMC, benefit our students and benefit our local employers in need of a

skilled workforce.’—Dr. Glenn Deibert

Satilla REMC donated $10,000 to Coastal Pines Technical College, represented by Dr. Glenn Deibert, center, President, and Stephanie Roberts, Director of Institutional Advancement. Satilla officials on hand include, from left, Foundation Chairman Jim Tucker and Secre-tary Matt Parker, along with President/CEO Romeo Reyes, right.

On hand for the Satilla REMC Foundation’s $5,000 donation to Wiregrass Technical College are, from left, Mona Paulk, Wiregrass Executive Director of Advancement; Satilla REMC Foundation Chairman Jim Tucker and Secretary Matt Parker; Dr. Tina K. Anderson, Wiregrass President; and Wyndall Walters, Wiregrass Foundation North Chairman.

Jeff Davis High School Student Takes First at Area VI Wiring Event

Ty Padgett, a Jeff Davis High School senior, finished first in the Area VI EMC CDE wiring contest.

eff Davis High School senior Ty Padgett won first place at the recent

Area VI EMC Career Development Event (CDE) at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. Padgett com-peted against 10 contestants from surrounding counties. For earning the highest score from the Satilla service area in the wiring contest, Padgett will receive the $500 R. L. Lanier Scholarship from Satilla REMC. The son of Jason and Sweetie Beck, he plans to use these funds to further his education and pursue a degree in electrical engineering. Padgett joined other area win-ners Jan. 12 at the 51st annual EMC/FFA State Wiring Contest at the FFA/FCCLA Center in Covington. All 12 state contestants will be recognized at the Georgia FFA Convention Award Dinner, scheduled for April 23 at the Macon Centreplex. “Satilla is proud of Ty and all the students who participated in the wir-ing events,” says Justin Franks, Satilla REMC’s Wiring Event Coordinator. “These students, along with their advisers, spent many days and hours in preparation for the wiring events. The experience gives these students some exposure to the electrical indus-try and develops fundamental skills they can use later in life.” Jeff Davis County FFA Adviser Crandall Parlor speaks highly of Padgett and the CDE. “Ty has an out-standing work ethic,” Parlor says. “He had to work hard to learn everything he did in the short amount of time we had to prepare. He was second team all-region offensive line for the past two years, and he didn’t start preparing until football was over. He was dedicated to learning about  all the aspects of the electrical wiring contest. I feel this contest will help

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prepare him for his future as he furthers his education in the electrical engineer-ing field.” Founded more than 40 years ago, the CDE encourages the safe, efficient use of electricity and is sponsored by the FFA and Georgia Electric Membership Corp. (GEMC). Each competitor must complete a real-life wiring problem that counts for 60 percent of the final score. The student must examine a wiring plan, procure materials and install an electrical circuit based on a mock wall.

Students also complete a 30-item written problem-solving activity for 30 percent of the total score. These multiple-choice questions relate to actual wiring practices, requirements of the National Electrical Code and/or knowledge of rural electrification and electric cooperatives. For the final 10 percent of the score, students are required to use effective communication skills in describing actual electrical wiring tasks.

Ty Padgett

Equipment for Sale: Invitation to Bid

Unit #227 2006 Ford F-250• 5.4L Gas• AT • Approx. 159,026 miles• Cab and chassis only,

with extended cab

atilla REMC will be accepting sealed bids on the vehicle listed above. When bidding, please specify the unit number, amount of bid, bidder’s

name, address and daytime telephone number. Bids accepted in writing only, addressed to:

Attention: John SweatSatilla REMCP. O. Box 906 Alma, GA 31510

Place the words “Bid Enclosed” on the envelope. Deadline for bid submis-sion is 2 p.m. Thursday, April 11. This vehicle may be seen at Satilla’s Alma office at 928 Highway 32 East. Vehicles are sold on an “as-is” basis. Buyers are responsible for all taxes. Some repairs may be necessary. Satilla REMC reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

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t is never permissible for one of our members or an electrician

working for one of our members to cut and remove a meter seal and attempt to remove their electric meter. This is considered meter tampering and may subject the member to fines and/or disconnection. In addition, it is dangerous and should be performed only by our trained technicians. We realize there are instances when a meter needs to be removed so a member can perform maintenance or make repairs to their equipment. We are happy to perform these temporary disconnects at no charge. Please call (888) 738-6926 and our Customer Service Representatives will be happy to arrange for a technician to perform this service at your convenience.

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“A People/Power Partnership!”

Board of directors

R. L. Lewis, Jr.Chairman

Hinson MosleyVice Chairman

Jerry E. BoatrightSecretary

James W. WatersTreasurer

David H. Bennett, Jr.

Hugh L. BrantleyScott Day

Thomas J. Morris

Romeo Reyes President/Chief Executive Officer

Mark JohnsonVice President,

Corporate and System Services

Johnny AllenDirector, Line Services

Bob BennettDirector, Distribution Services

Jim TuckerDirector, Customer Services

Matt ParkerEditor

Telephone NumbersAlma Office

(912) 632-7222Douglas Office(912) 384-1964

Hazlehurst Office(912) 375-7765

Jesup Office(912) 427-9561

Toll-Free Number (888) 738-6926

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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P.O. Box 906Alma, GA 31510

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