People’sPeople’sPowerlineMarch 2020

A newsletter for PEC’s electric members

Classi� ed Ads | Page 4

Youth Tour | Page 3

Going Solar or Wind? | Page 2

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Energy EfficiencyBright Ideas

PLUG IN TO SURGE PROTECTION THAT BEGINS AT YOUR METER

SHIELD YOUR HOME FROM SURGES WITH POWERSHIELDPEC wants to help make your life better by

o� ering POWERShield which consists of two levels of protection: 1) at the meter base and 2) within the home in order to provide the ultimate in protection.

The � rst line of defense against surges is a socket device installed at your meter base. This device is designed to reduce any potentially damaging external, high-voltage spikes and surges to a “safe” level before they enter your home via the power line.

Extra protection is proved by surge suppression devices installed at outlets within your home for sensitive electronic equipment. When installed properly, these devices will protect your equipment

from surges through the electrical wiring, telephone lines and coaxial cable. Device warranties range from $250 to $50,000. 150800505

Equipment and warranty are provided by TESCO, a name trusted by cooperative members throughout the United States.

Protect your home through this program for $4.95 per month and a one time installation fee of $50, with a 60 month lease agreement. *During March, the $50 installation fee is discounted to $25.No deposit is required for current PEC consumers who have received service during the most recent 24 months and have established good credit with the cooperative. (For those who do not meet this criteria, there is a $100 refundable security deposit required to join the program.) The outside equipment remains the property of PEC; however, the devices inside the home are yours to keep.

Call us today at (580) 332-3031 within the local Ada calling area or toll-free 1-877-456-3031.

PEC employees attended the Ada Regional United Way Annual Celebration on Tuesday, January 21. Together PEC employees pledged a total of $8,927 for 2020 and was awarded a Community Impact Award for being in the Top 5 Workplace Campaigns in 2019.

PEC employees attended the State of Health Luncheon hosted by the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday, January 27. They heard from leaders in the healthcare industry about our local state of health.

(l-r) PEC’s CEO Kevin Wood had the opportunity to visit with State Representative Ronny Johns (Dist. 25) at a legislative banquet on Monday, February 3. The event was hosted by the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives.

GO GREEN, BUT MAKE IT SAFE

CONTACT US BEFORE YOU INSTALL A DG SYSTEM

Q: Does PEC sell or � nance generation equipment (like solar panels or small wind turbines)?

At this time, PEC does not but we are always evaluating new options and technologies to better serve our members.

Q: Can PEC recommend a company/individual who sells solar panels/wind turbines?

We encourage you to research options speci� c to your needs.

Q: Can I install solar panels/wind turbines?

Yes. Since the use of such consumer-side generation may push back energy onto PEC’s system, it’s important that you speak with Kevin Bishop, PEC’s Sr. Electrical Systems Engineer, at (580) 272-1551. He will review your application and make sure all information and documents are supplied. Prior to interconnection of member equipment to PEC’s system, an onsite inspection by PEC personnel is required.

People’s Electric is responsible for maintaining a safe, reliable electric grid

to power the communities we serve. PEC is also a supporter of renewable energy resources. A large portion of PEC’s annual energy purchases are from renewable generators. As an increasing number of members consider options to install grid-connected distributed generation (DG) systems, like solar panels or small wind turbines, we are prepared to assist members while still maintaining the safety of the grid. 882000501

Grid-connected generation systems allow you to power your home or business with renewable energy, but the system must be connected to the grid to keep power � owing when the sun does not shine or the wind does not blow. In most cases, these systems have the ability to feed excess power back into the electric grid.

Co-op members who are interested in DG systems, or plan to install a DG system for their home or business, should contact PEC prior to installation. “We want to help you choose a system that includes the safety and power quality components necessary to keep you, co-op crews and members of the community safe,” PEC’s senior electrical system engineer Kevin Bishop said. “If a storm hits and a power outage occurs, for example, distributed generation systems must be able to properly disconnect from the electric grid

to ensure line workers are not injured or electrocuted while restoring power. And these systems don’t become a source of fault current back onto the utility.”

An interconnection agreement must be reviewed and signed before your distributed generation system is connected to the electric grid. The agreement is intended to ensure safe, reliable and quality electric service for all. Find a link to PEC’s Distributed Generation

Procedures & Guidelines Manual online: http://www.PeoplesElectric.coop/dgThe way we generate and use electricity is evolving. Let’s work together to ensure a safe, reliable electric system. 921600101

PEC is here to help. If you have questions, please contact us by calling our Member Services department at (580) 332-3031.

(l-r) Mason Groves, Kaia Hicks, Jennifer Boeck, Kyle Stuart and Nick Skokos.

(l-r) Russ Brown, Kaia Hicks, Kevin Wood, Maranda Babb, Mason Groves and Jennifer Boeck.

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

Cuto� s made ................................... 20th

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

People's Electric CooperativeP.O. Box 429 | Ada, OK 74821

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

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 � 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

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Jenny Trett- SulphurChairman & President

Eldon Flinn - FittstownVice Chairman

Vicky Petete - AdaSecretary

Guy Sims - CoalgateTreasurer

Dr. Laurin Patton - AdaTrustee

2020 YOUTH TOUR CONTESTIn January, we began the process to select

three local students to represent PEC on the 2020 Youth Tour. PEC’s Youth Tour contest is open to ALL 11th grade students enrolled in school (or homeschool) systems located in one of the 11 counties served by PEC. 340400202

Representatives from PEC have visited with interested juniors at Ada, Allen, Byng, Calvin, Coalgate, Davis, Holdenville, Latta, Pauls Valley, Ro� , Stonewall, Stratford, Stuart, Sulphur, Tupelo, Vanoss and Wapanucka.

In February the local high schools had the opportunity to be a test hosting site for the students. PEC had over 158 students interested to take the test for the opportunity of a lifetime.

An invitation will be extended to the 10 highest scoring � nalists to compete in an interview competition for the purpose of selecting three student delegates and three alternates for the trip to Washington D.C.

Look for those three delegates’ names to be announced in our April newsletter.

Jennifer Boeck PEC’s VP Corporate Communications and Community Relations presents the Youth Tour opportunity to Allen High School students.

Juniors at Ada High School test for this year’s 2020 Youth Tour opportunity.

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.

-FREE-Classi� ed Ads for PEC Members!

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.: ( )_______________

ACCOUNT NUMBER WINNER

Since we are limited on the amount of available space, ads will be taken until the classi� ed 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 accordingly.

AUTOMOTIVE2013 Chevrolet Suburban, 151,251 miles, loaded, dvd player, leather, it’s a must see, $19,500. (580) 320-0178

2010 Nissian Murano, new transmission, motor great, 167,000 miles, inside great condition, $5,500; 1977 bass kit boat, 55 HP trolling motor; 2003 New Holland, 35 HP, front bucket. $11,500. (580) 421-3264

2005 Silverado LWB, camper shell, rhino liner, 140,000 miles, new tires, new battery, runs great, located in Ada, OK., $2,800. (817) 673-9848

LIVESTOCK & PETJack Russel Terrier puppies, 2 litters, shorties are CKC registered, $400; mid size are APRI registered, $350. (580) 927-0494

Black Simmental Bull, 3 years old, white blaze face, ET, $2,200; weaning age bulls and heifers, $800-$1,100. (580) 258-0080

Jack Russell puppies. Call or text (405) 683-3541

Registered Polled Hereford, 51 years lifetime membership Cow Herd, famous genetic bloodlines, old, tired and retiring. (580) 332-2468 622700203

Brangus purebred, commercial, virgin bulls, 24 months old, home raised, extremely gentle, current vaccines, fertile tested, $1,950. (405) 568-6818

Year old Pyrenees, female, $25. (405) 301-0945

MISCELLANEOUSCub Cadet RT75, rear-tine garden tiller, 250 cc Briggs and Stratton engine, purchased new in 2019, $650. (580) 399-1381

Tractor work: tilling gardens, brush hogging, mow yards and weed eat, light hauling, cleaning yards, dump truck, backhoe work and haul sand and rock; � rewood for sale. (580) 421-3264

Portable storage buildings and greenhouses, delivered; carports and garages, built on site, all cash or � nanced; trailers: utility, car haulers, dump, GN � atbed and BP stock trailers. (580) 332-7785

Top soil, � ll dirt and gravel available, can deliver or you can pick up. (405) 207-8906

Storage building for sale, 8x12, $1,995, delivered. (405) 872-7433

Embroidery: 7 day week kit tea towels, scarves, pillow cases, baby quilts; crochet: large and baby afghans, hanging kitchen towels, dish rags, pot holders, will do special orders. (580) 421-2287

FARM & EQUIPMENTPest control, free service, have a wild hog problem? I help farmers, ranchers, and landowners eradicate damaging pests, no dogs, references available. (580) 272-3676

4x6 round bales of hay. (580) 320-2668

Hay in barn, sprayed, 5½ x4 round bales, Bermuda and grass, if you want all 43 bales- $35 per bale, or $40 per bale. (580) 993-0006

Bermuda hay, large round bales, wrapped, under shed, will load. (405) 238-0393

Cattle stock racks, made to � t a 16’ � atbed trailer, $400. (580) 332-3592

2019 Sooner livestock trailer, like new, in Stratford, OK. (605) 881-7824 or (605) 881-5324

FURNITURE & APPLIANCESBlack futon bed, like new, $85; four tool chests � lled with tools, nuts, bolts, screws, nails, all kinds of tools new and used, all for $2,000. (580) 235-2792

3 stainless steel sinks, 22x33, $10 each; porcelain sink, 19x37, $15; small sink, 19x20, $10; long sink, 22x73½ , $25; crutches, $5 each. (580) 447-4285

REAL ESTATEHouse with 117 acres, 4 bdrm., 2 bath, open living room, dining room, and kitchen, 2 barns, out building, chicken house, pasture is cross fenced, 2 ponds, located in Lula OK., $390,000. (580) 320-4606

10 acre horse pasture for rent, not fenced for cattle. (580) 279-7934

WANT TO BUYLease property, around or in Holdenville, for cattle purposes only, maintain fences or build fences if needed reduction of lease. (405) 221-7642

Looking for 1-5 acres to build a house on, prefer utilities in place, but not required. (580) 279-7199

MISCELLANEOUS CONTINUED20’ and 40’ shipping containers for sale or rent, many to choosefrom. (405) 207-6714

Structural pipe, H-posts, corner posts, rebar, culvert, etc. (405) 207-0101

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

Salon equipment for sale, used, $1,000 OBO. (580) 310-5144

Pressure washers for sale, pressure washer repair; I buy non working pressure washers. (580) 759-5378

Window washing, house only, inside and outside, special March till May, $100. (580) 320-2245

New wooden 16” I beams, enough to cover 24x24 building, cost $3,400, will take $800; 5x8 tilt factory trailer, $450. (405) 301-0945

Retail store shelving, heavy duty, in excellent condition. (580) 279-5059

Cub Cadet LTX 1040, 42” deck, good condition, needs motor, $500. (580) 310-0489

Metal roofs, 15 colors, free estimates, vinyl siding and windows, carports, patio covers and remodeling. (405) 783-4335

New 36” steel entry door, wood core, frame and hinges, 2x6 framing, panels, no glass, swings in left, bought from JB’s Lumber, special order, can’t return, paid $309 plus tax, asking $250 OBO. (580) 320-9211

Large pull behind smoker, on a single axel; 5x8 utility trailer, tilt bed, 2” hitch hook up. (405) 207-7313

250 gallon propane tank, $250; want mini jeannie. (580) 371-5160

ATTENTION PEC MEMBERS:Submit your free ad online!

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.

No members found their account number in February’s newsletter. The � nd would have netted them a $5 credit on this month’s electric bill. The numbers belonged to Jerry C. Caraway of Mill Creek, Ann Kelly of Statford, David Wingo of Holdenville, Jo Lynn Miller of Tupelo and Glenda S. Brady of Stonewall. It’s easy to win. Just � nd 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.

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