Study Finds Fee Increase Needed to Protect

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Study Finds Fee Increase Needed
to Protect Service Reliability
K
iamichi Electric members will
see a $1 increase in the customer
service charge on residential
electric bills beginning September 1 The
minimum bill will increase by $1.50
The fee adjustment comes on the heels of
a recent cost of service study conducted
by R.E. Wilson, an independent rate
consultant. The cost of service study
is a common practice among utilities
to assess financial stability and ensure
revenues are in line with expenses.
General Manager Jim Jackson said the
KEC study showed that the slight increase
in the residential customer service
charge is needed to ensure reliable and
affordable service to members. "Reliable
electric service at a reasonable price
is something our members count on,
and we are committed to delivering
that on a daily basis," he said. "To do
that responsibly means making hard
"Our goal is to minimize possible
increases by maximizing
the services that will help
our members save.""
—jim jackson, kiamichi electric cooperative
decisions that protect the integrity
and financial stability of the co-op.”
Kiamichi Electric customer service fees
cover certain fixed costs associated with
operating and maintaining the co-op.
Over 24 percent of this revenue is used
to purchase construction materials such
as wire, poles, and transformers and
other materials associated with building
and upgrading lines. Since January 1,
KEC has spent roughly half a million
dollars making service improvements
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such as replacing worn poles, replacing
transformers, upgrading wire to improve
voltage capacity in several areas.
Right of way maintenance, labor, employee
training, vehicle maintenance, repairs and
fuel, and interest and taxes paid by the coop are also covered by customer service
fees. Office and warehouse space accounts
for less than half a percent of these costs.
Jackson explained that the fee helps the
co-op maintain stability by providing a
steady revenue stream that is not affected
by regulatory issues, swings in fuel prices,
or ups and downs in usage. "When the
fixed costs of operating an electric coop depends solely on energy charges,
what happens is, when energy usage
decreases there isn't enough revenue to
cover the cost to operate, and if usage
increases, too much revenue is collected,"
he said. "It's also the most equitable way
to distribute these costs because every
member pays the same amount."
With EPA regulations threatening to
increase wholesale power costs associated
with coal-fired generation, co-ops are
already anticipating higher power prices
ahead, Jackson noted. Protecting members
from potential rise in wholesale electricity
prices is the reason behind two of KEC's
newest energy efficiency programs.
KEC's geothermal program encourages
members to install geothermal HVAC
systems by dramatically reducing the
costs involved in installation, and
providing valuable rebates on units
installed. The co-op's partnership
with Energy Pioneer Solutions helps
members improve their home's
efficiency by targeting the most effective
improvements for each home, and
providing financing to cover the costs.
These programs aim to lower the coop's system-wide demand, which is a
determining factor in what members pay
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commen tar y
Board of Trustees
Larry Culwell, President
district 7
David Ray, Vice President
district 4
Don Parr, Secretary-Treasurer
district 5
Members
Dale Shaw
Richard Medlock
Ron Pelanconi
Mark Ichord
district 1
district 2
district 3
district 6
Jim Jackson
Executive Vice President-CEO
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative (KEC) is
committed to providing reliable and
affordable electric service to members in
Latimer, LeFlore, Pittsburg, Pushmataha
and Atoka counties.
The people and businesses that purchase
electricity from Kiamichi Electric are
considered member-owners of the co-op.
Each member—regardless of how much
electricity they purchase – has an equal
say in how the cooperative is operated.
To exercise their right, Kiamichi Electric
members are encouraged to attend co-op
meetings and vote in co-op elections.
Kiamichi Electric service territory is
divided into seven districts. Members
within each district meet every two years
to choose a fellow member to represent
their interests on the Kiamichi Electric
board of trustees. KEC board members set
policy and oversee cooperative business.
Through local leadership and control,
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative members
can rest assured their electric co-op
remains focused on the needs of its
members and its rural communities.
Rules Drafted in Washington DC
Have Local Impact
Cooperatives, like most local businesses,
work through the highs and lows of a
cyclical economy. So when a potential
economic hazard arises and we have
an opportunity to affect the outcome,
you better believe we do whatever
we can to prevent it. That’s why I am
concerned about new rules coming
out of the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) to limit greenhouse
gases blamed for climate change.
Electric co-ops work every day to provide
affordable, reliable electricity to more
than 42 million Americans. At Kiamichi
Electric Cooperative, we've made it our
mission to focus on ways to slow the
rising cost of electricity and find ways to
help you save on your electricity bill.
Environmental regulations share part
of the blame for rising electricity costs.
Electric co-ops have invested billions of
dollars in equipment to reduce air pollution
already, but greenhouse gases are far more
difficult challenge to capture, and the new
technology just isn’t ready for prime time.
More baffling to comprehend, the EPA
admits that cutting these emissions
would not have much global impact
on overall greenhouse gas levels.
The bottom line is that these rules unfairly
affect electric co-op members. They
target regions of the U.S. that are most
dependent on coal for electricity, and
increasing electricity
prices could hurt
efforts to attract
new businesses,
let alone retain
current employers.
Honestly, this
debate should be
about how the
government helps
utilities to develop
technologies that can
By Jim Jackson
reduce greenhouse
chief executive officer
gases at a justifiable
and reasonable pace.
Electric co-ops are pushing an XPRIZE
initiative (http://www.xprize.org/prize/tristate-carbon-xprize) to find technologies
that actually can turn greenhouse gases
into a useful resource with market value.
Creating a sustainable energy future
requires us to make ambitious changes.
A power plant that closes down will
not emit greenhouse gases. It also
won’t incubate a new technology, give
a young engineer an opportunity, or
ensure that its community continues to
receive reliable, affordable electricity.
To help our communities thrive, we
need leaders in Washington to recognize
the potential harm of these regulations
and find a different path to a better
energy future. Let your voice be heard
by visiting www.action.coop.
operation rou n du p
Monthly Financial Report
year to date collections:
year to date disbursements: total collected since inception: $44,005.81
$44.430.99
$1,150,062.46
total disbursements since inception: $1,097,935.90
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Operation Roundup
is a voluntary bill
roundup program that
benefits southeast
Oklahoma communities,
organizations and needy
families. Applications
for funds are available at
Kiamichi Electric, local
social services , or online at
www.kiamichielectric.org.
inside y ou r co -op
Who to call
at your co-op
Kiamichi Electric''s
new office building
would meet all
federal Disability Act
requirements and
include many new
safety features for
both members and
co-op employees.
Board Will Decide On Building
Watch for the final decision on KEC's Facebook page
T
he Kiamichi Electric board of trustees
voted on the proposed new office
building on July 22. While co-op
newsletter publishing dates made it
impossible to include their final decision
in this issue of Light Post, members will
find news of their decision posted on
Kiamichi Electric's Facebook page.
The board's final decision follows more than
12 months of careful study and numerous
meetings with architects and builders who
compared the cost of new construction with
that of remodeling KEC's current building.
The last report from OKC-based C.H.
Guernsey Engineering and Architecture
estimated renovation costs at roughly
$230 per sq. ft. That option would require
extensive remodeling to bring the KEC's
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providing excellent service for its members. The
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current facility into compliance with Federal
Disability Act requirements. It would
address ongoing problems with mold and
leaks, and would require additional space to
meet Kiamichi Electric's projected growth.
Based on Guernsey's figures, it
would be less expensive to build a
completely new building meeting these
requirements. They estimate the cost
of a new building at $203 per sq. ft.
Additional details on the new building
appeared in the May-June issue
of Light Post. Find the issue online
at www.kiamichielectric.org.
Remember to visit KEC's Facebook page
to learn the board's final decision, or
contact your co-op at 800-888-2731.
Districts 2, 4 and 6 to meet on Aug. 5
administration
Jim Jackson, Chief Executive Officer
Linda Baldwin, Executive Assistant
Sharla Blackledge, Management Assistant
operations
Bob Owens, Manager of Operations
Tony Nixon, Manager of Construction
Kevin Davis, Manager of Engineering
office services
Crystal Butler, Chief Financial Officer
Renae Taylor, Customer Service Supervisor
Charlie Watkins, Chief Customer Service Representative
Mandy Holy, Customer Service Representative
Rashell Ward, Customer Service Representative
Susan Conley, Customer Service Representative
Jakiebeth Ben, Customer Service Representative
Michael Cawley, Customer Service Representative
meter services
Cindy Cockburn, AMR Systems Coordinator
Brenda Saxon, Connects/Disconnects
Rick Sheppard, Meter Technician
new services
Jodie Miller, New Services Representative
Wendy McCarley, New Services Assistant
accounting
Kristi Vickers, Accountant
Julie Guazdausky, Assistant Accountant
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative members
in Districts 2, 4, and 6 will meet on
August 5 at 10 am to nominate candidates
for the Kiamichi Electric board of trustees.
Kiamichi Electric service territory is
divided into seven districts, with one
trustee representing each district.
The term of office is two years.
If you live in one of these districts, you
will receive an official meeting notice
in the mail. The notice will include
the meeting date, time and locations,
which are yet to be determined.
For more information on election
procedures or trustee qualifications,
please refer to your co-op bylaws.
dispatching services
Heather Ziverk, Dispatcher
John Cook, Operations & Engineering Clerk
For a copy of the Kiamichi Electric
bylaws please contact Linda
Baldwin, KEC executive secretary, at
800-888-2731 or download a copy
at www.kiamichielectric.org.
public relations/member relations
(Includes Newsletter, Co-op Connections, Exede
Internet, Energy Rebates, Safety, Youth, Energy
Efficiency Programs and Operation Roundup)
Todd Minshall, MR-PR Director
Kiamichi Electric bylaws include
information on district meetings, election
procedures, and trustee qualifications.
engineering
Allen Littlejohn, Field Staking Technician
Chris Alexander, Field Staking Technician
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c o -op values
Beyond the Flip
of the Switch
Do you know where your power comes from?
By Abby berry
national rural electric cooperative association
W
ith the mere flip of
a switch, electricity
illuminates our lives.
But have you ever thought
about where your power comes
from? Most of us don’t give
it a second thought until our
service is interrupted and we’re
left in the dark – even if only
for a short amount of time. In
Kiamichi Electric buys
electricity from two
generating plants—
Western Farmers Electric
Cooperative in Anadarko,
and Associated
Electric Cooperative in
Springfield, MO.
today’s world, electricity is a
necessity, and this necessity
travels a great distance to
reach you – our members.
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative
provides electricity to 21,426
meters, and it takes a network
of folks to do so. We build and
maintain overhead power lines
and manage the equipment
needed to provide you with
safe, reliable power, but we
don’t actually generate the
power that is supplied to
your home. That’s where our
generation and transmission
cooperatives (G&Ts) come in.
Kiamichi Electric receives
electricity from two G&Ts:
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Western Farmers Electric
Cooperative, located in
Anadarko, Okla., and
Associate Electric Cooperative
in Springfield, Missouri.
G&Ts are wholesale power
suppliers that are owned and
governed by electric distribution
cooperatives, just like Kiamichi
Electric. WFEC and Associated
produce electricity, then send
the power over high-voltage
transmission lines to Kiamichi
Electric. Since G&Ts are
owned by multiple distribution
cooperatives, operating costs
are split among the owners.
This process allows us to
purchase power at a lower cost.
Both WFEC and Associated
generate electricity using a
mix of fuels including coal,
natural gas, hydro and wind.
After the power is sent over
our G&Ts high-voltage
transmission lines, it then
makes it’s way to 15 substations
located in Kiamichi Electric's
five county service territory,
where the voltage is reduced
in order to make it to your
home safely. From the
substations, power is sent to
Kiamichi Electric transformers,
those large boxes that sit at the
top of power poles, and then
it is directed to your home.
As you can see, there’s a
little more to it than flipping
a switch, but we’ve got you
covered. Kiamichi Electric
has provided co-op members
with safe, reliable and
affordable power for 69 years,
and that continues to be our
number one goal today. ■
Abby Berry writes on consumer
and cooperative affairs for
the National Rural Electric
Cooperative Association.
en ergy wise
L
ook around your home.
More than likely there is a
programmable thermostat on
the wall, a plug strip on the floor and
a light bulb in your lamp. These are
three of the most common products
you can use to reduce daily household
energy costs. The trick is figuring out
how to make them work for you.
Programmable thermostats
Make Energy
Saving Easy!
With many new programmable
thermostats, you don’t have
to be at home to change
the temperature. Apps like
this one from Nest let you
connect to your thermostat
from a smartphone.
How to use smart devices to
rack up home energy savings
Power strips
Programmable thermostats can
potentially save buyers up to $180 a
year on heating and cooling costs,
according to ENERGYSTAR.gov, but many
consumers miss out on savings by failing
to correctly install their new thermostats.
Enter smart thermostats, which are
intended to be an easier-to-use alternative.
They come with motion sensors that
help do the work of detecting and setting
the temperature in your home. Nest
is one such brand of thermostats.
A lesser-known brand is Cree lighting
products. A 60-watt (800 lumens) Cree
replacement bulb can cost about $10 at a big
box store and is guaranteed to last at least
a decade or more. Be sure to read the facts
on the back of the bulb box. It will come
in handy when you want to narrow your
lighting choice by temperature and color,
which has nothing to do with the wattage.
It means whether you want your bulbs to
have a warm or cool tone when lit or have
the look of “daylight” or “soft white.”
Sensors will turn the thermostat up or
down, depending on the season. Within
a few days of installing the device,
the system will begin to learn your
schedule, automatically dialing your
thermostat back when you’re not home.
Did you know that an un-programmed
thermostat can waste at least 20 percent
of your heating and cooling bill? This smart
thermostat from Nest is among a new generation
that does the programming for you.
Residential interior lighting
January 2014 marked the end of the
traditional light bulbs due to a federal
provision to phase out and replace them
with more energy efficient options.
Currently, there are three consumer
choices—halogen-incandescents, CFLs
and LEDs. You'll pay more up front for
these bulbs, but the savings is worth it.
One thing to keep in mind when buying
light bulbs is the brand you choose will
matter. Lighting experts recommend
sticking with brands you know and
trust such as GE or Sylvania.
Smart power strips can help. They’re
bigger, color coded and designed to
reduce usage by shutting down power to
products that go into standby mode.
Most feature three outlet colors, each with
a unique task. The blue outlet serves as a
control plug, and is ideal for a heavily used
device like a TV or computer. Anything
plugged into red outlets stays on—
electricity to these receptacles never cuts off―
making them perfect for satellite boxes or
other appliances that need constant power.
The addition of phone and iPad apps,
are other smart thermostat features that
help make temperature control easy.
So, what about energy savings? Remember,
that a thermostat will only save you
money if you allow it to program.
Traditional power
strips work hard to
affordably expand the
number of electrical
outlets in your home.
Unfortunately, their
convenience can encourage you to leave
electronics plugged in all the time. Many
devices keep drawing power even when
you're not using them. This power drain
wastes electricity and can be costly.
If you’ve been light shopping lately, you’ve
probably noticed that smart devices
have even come to the light bulb aisle.
Manufactures like LG, more known for their
appliances, and light bulb giant Philips turn
out LEDs that can be controlled by your cell
phone and change colors to suit your mood.
Added features like these can make
turning on the lights an experience. And
over time, energy savings will add up.
With new light bulb standards in place,
the Department of Energy estimates that
consumers will save between $6 billion
and $10 billion a year in lights costs.
The remaining outlets, generally neutral
or green in color, are sensitive to current
flowing through the blue outlet, so turning
off the TV or computer cuts power to them
as well. With added occupancy sensors
and timers, some smart power strips can
be even more efficient. Costing about
$20, these products can determine when
to cut power to various devices, and you
should see a payback within a year.
Energy savings at home can be easy
with the help of smart power strips,
thermostats and residential lighting—
and a little savvy shopping.
Kiamichi Electric offers several programs
to help members save energy, including
free home energy audits. To visit with your
co-op about how you lower your energy
costs, please visit www.kiamichielectric.
org, or call 800-888-2731.■
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your c ommunit y
Operation Roundup Announces
Scholarship Winners
K
coming up
in Kiamichi Country
August 16
McAlester Culture Fest
Downtown McAlester
August 23
Brave the Mud Run
Leflore County Fairgrounds, Poteau
August 28 - Sept. 1
Choctaw Nation Labor Day Festival
& Powwow
Capital Grounds, Tuskahoma
Sept. 4 - 6
Pittsburg Co. Free Fair
Southeast Expo Center, McAlester
Sept. 6
Walk, Run or Dye 5K
111 Peters St., Poteau
Sept. 6
Oklahoma Kids Performing Arts Festival
Robbers Cave State Park, Wilburton
Sept. 22-23
Autumm Equinox Walks
Spiro Mounds Archeological Center, Spiro
Sept. 27
Pumpkin Patch at Arrowhead Stable
Arrowhead State Park, Canadian
Sept. 6
Fall Fun on the Farm
Wild Things Farm, Pocola
Sept. 27
Bikes and Bands
Goldberg & Joseph Park, Wilburton
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iamichi Electric Cooperative's
Operation Roundup program
provides scholarships to teens
who wish to further their education.
The Operation Roundup board of
trustees recently announced the
recipients of the 2014 scholarships.
Scholarship recipients include:
Samantha Vandeburg
Maecie Smith
Caleb McCoy
Michael Shumate
Ivory Detter
Clay McAlester
Allen "James" McKendrick
Micheal O'Kelley
Clara Brown
Zach Murdaugh
Nicole Kibert
Since its inception, Operation Roundup
has provided thousands of dollars to local
students from virtually every community
in Kiamichi Electric service territory.
Scholarship recipients are selected based
on academic achievement, leadership,
financial need, and their proven ambition
to further their education. Scholarships
are available for first and second-year
college students. The funds may be used
at scholarship funds at any technical
school, junior college or university.
Interested teens are encouraged to
apply for scholarships in the spring.
More details on the scholarship
program and how to apply, are found
on the Kiamichi Electric website
at www.kiamichielectric.org.
Help Kiamichi Electric "Beat the Peak"
Use less energy during peak hours from 4 pm to 8 pm
When you use electricity can determine
your future electric rates, especially
when you’re using it at the same time
as everyone else. When the majority
of Kiamichi Electric members use a lot
of electricity at once, it creates what is
known as a "peak demand." Wholesale
electricity prices from your co-op's
power suppliers are based in part on this
peak, so it’s better for everyone to try to
keep these peaks as low as possible.
Kiamichi Electric system peaks tend to
occur between 4 pm and 8 pm in July
and August. You can help Kiamichi
Electric control costs by conserving
energy during this period of time.
There are several ways you can do this
and remain cool and comfortable:
• Set your thermostat to 78°F. or
higher to reduce the load on your
a/c or heat pump.Use ceiling fans
and close drapes to block the sun.
• Use appliances like clothes washers
and dryers,dishwashers and other large
appliances sparingly. If you must use
them during peak periods, try to limit
usage to one appliance at a time.
•Delay using hot water so the
demand for your water heater is
less during the peak times.
• Avoid using your oven. It raises the
temperature inyour home and results
in longer cycle times for your a/c.
For more ways to save, take the
EnergyEfficient Home Tour at www.
togetherwesave.com. Little changes
can make a difference, and your
cooperation is appreciated!
co -op issu es
EPA Rule Sets Power Plant
Emissions For Each State
Public comment period invites co-op members
to voice their opinion to national leaders
T
he Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) issued its ruling on
emissions from existing power
plants on June 2. Electric cooperatives
across the country plan to present their
views about the agency’s June 2 proposal
at four public hearings next month.
The EPA’s rule sets individual carbon
dioxide limits for each state to achieve
by reducing emissions from fossil
generation. Each state will has an
emissions target, which could differ
from state to state depending on
its mix of resources as of 2012.
EPA requires the states to have their
implementation plans ready in one to three
years, depending on circumstances and the
form of the state plan. Multistate plans will
be allowed more time for development.
"Because the impact of the rule will depend
a great deal on how it is implemented at
the state level, it is impossible to predict
how this could affect our power costs,"
said Jim Jackson, Kiamichi Electric CEO.
"What we do know is it doesn’t look good."
The rule is expected to be finalized
next summer with compliance
required between 2020 and 2030.
The agency is allowing an unusually lengthy
public comment period of 120 days for the
contentious 645-page rule—a move urged
by co-op members visiting Congress during
the NRECA Legislative Conference in May.
During this public comment period,
Kiamichi Electric and other co-ops are
urging members to add their comments
to a national letter writing campaign
to leaders in Washington, DC, asking
the EPA to reconsider its regulations
on existing power plants. The effort is
being coordinated by the Cooperative
Action Network website, Action.coop.
Thus far, over 500,000 co-op members
from across the U.S. have joined the
effort by sending letters and email
messages to EPA and elected officials.
Kiamichi Electric members are encouraged
to chime in on the issue by visiting
Action.coop. "A large percentage of
the power we deliver comes from coalfired generation," said Jackson. "We
can't stress enough how important it
is for our members to help us advocate
for keeping coal, which is a low cost,
resource, in the mix of generating fuels."
Service Fee
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These programs aim to lower the coop's system-wide demand, which is a
determining factor in what members pay
for wholesale power. Other products and
programs to help members control usage
and costs are also in the works, Jackson
said. "Our goal is to minimize possible
increases by maximizing the services
that will help our members save," he said.
"The reality is, costs are likely to rise,
technology and infrastructure upgrades
will be necessary, and usage will continue
to go up. But they can remain stable
longer if we all take steps to conserve
energy. Every kilowatt-hour that we save
is one we don't have to buy and deliver."
With uncertainty ahead for utilities,
Jackson assured co-op members that KEC
will continue to make the investments
necessary to improve reliability, operations
and efficiency. With a staff of a less
than one employee per 400 members,
the co-op is already experienced at
doing more with less, he pointed out.
"Our mission is to provide reliable,
affordable power while protecting the sound
financial standing that allows us to operate.
That will continue to drive our every
decision today, and in the future," he said.
More details on Kiamichi Electric's
energy saving programs for members are
found online at www.kiamichielectric.
org, or call 800-888-2731.
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endnotes
buy•sell•trade
Room A/C Keeps You Cool—And Healthy
Drinking lots of water, wearing
light-colored clothing and
staying out of the sun will
protect you from dehydration
and heat stroke during the
"dog days" of summer. So
can your air conditioner.
The Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention ranks
air-conditioning as the No.1
protection against heatrelated illness and death.
So take good care of yours.
If you rely on single-room
air conditioners instead
of a central a/c system:
•
Have a qualified
service technician perform
routine maintenance
and an inspection of
your unit once a year.
•
Repair defects as
soon as you’re aware of
them. That can prevent a
fire or a surprise breakdown
on a hot summer day.
•
Plug them into
grounded, three-prong
outlets, and make sure
each outlet you use is on a
circuit that is large enough
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to handle the load. The
only way to know that is
to ask an electrician.
•
Avoid using an
extension cord to reach
from the window a/c to a
grounded outlet. If you have
no choice, buy a cord that is
designed for use specifically
with air conditioners.
•
Consider updating
your room air conditioners
if they are more than 10
years old. Newer models are
far more energy efficient.
According to EnergyStar.
gov, an Energy Star-qualified
model can save you $25 on
your summer electric bill.
For more energy saving tips,
please visit togetherwesave.
com, or contact your coop at 800-888-2731.
2 lots, end to end, driveway and
street on both ends of lot. 140 x 40
ft, 32-ft 5th wheel, 14 x 20 deck w/
electric. Close to bathhouse (1/2
block), 16 x 35 ft metal roof over
trailer and deck, good condition.
Piney Creek. 4.5 blks from boat
dock on Pecan St. $15,00 obo.
918-367-6333 or 918-399-6333.
■ MISCELLANEOUS
■ REAL ESTATE
Home for sale, Hwy 2-Sardis
Lake area. 2BD, 2 BA, large LDK
area, open 68 ft porch, 12 x 16
deck, carport, outbuilding,
cellar, 10 x 24 washroom, lots
of windows & doors, great for
outdoor lovers, fishing or just
being outdoors. 918-385-1700.
20 Acres of hay to be cut in
Poteau. Land clear, no rocks.
$150. 918-635-0701, large
building to store hay if needed.
Looking for male or female
mute swan. If you know
where I can locate one,
please call 918-688-2304.
kiamichi electric cooperative
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During summer months, our homes can be extremely hot,
making living conditions uncomfortable. Before you turn
up your air conditioner, try cooling off with a ceiling fan
first. Using ceiling fans can actually allow you to raise your
thermostat setting by four degrees and still feel just as
comfortable.
Source: Department of Energy
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Wilburton, OK 74578. Email ad to [email protected], or fax to
918-465-2950/Attention Todd Minshall. Ads are free for co-op members.
Deadline for the September-October issue is September 10.
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