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Automated Meter Reading FAQs 
News Release Posted:
3/9/2009 9:35:49 AM

Over the next 14 months the City will be working with Johnson Controls, Inc. and U S Bronco Services installing Automated Meter Reading (AMR) equipment. To better inform and answer questions regarding this new initiative, we have listed frequently asked questions regarding AMR.  If your particular inquiry is not addressed or you need additional information, please call our Customer Business Office at 629-8411.

 
Be Aware... Be Alert... Be Safe! 
News Release Posted:
3/9/2009 9:39:47 AM

Recently in some areas of Florida, scam artist are posing as electric workers. A Hollywood, Florida resident was literally in the dark when a scam artist posing as a Florida Power & Light (FPL) employee robbed him of $200.

 
Agriculture Sales Tax Exemption 
News Release Posted:
3/9/2009 9:51:16 AM

Effective July 1st, 2006, electricity used directly and exclusively for the production or processing of agricultural farm products on a farm is tax exempt.

 
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News Letters

Residential Newsletter August 2008 
Newsletter Posted:
3/9/2009 9:23:03 AM


Residential Newsletter October 2008 
Newsletter Posted:
3/9/2009 9:22:36 AM


Commercial Newsletter September 2008 
Newsletter Posted:
3/9/2009 9:22:01 AM


Commercial Newsletter November 2008 
Newsletter Posted:
3/9/2009 9:21:49 AM


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Residential Safety 

Indoor Electrical Safety Check Booklet:

  • The Indoor Electrical Safety Check booklet from the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) can help you run an electrical safety audit of your home and at the same time learn about electrical inspections, circuit maps, power audits, and potential electrical hazards and safety tips from your circuit breaker or fuse panel to your outlets, power cords and extension cords, light bulbs, space heaters, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs), batteries, and much more! Click here to download a pdf of the Indoor Electrical Safety Check booklet. 

Outdoor Electrical Safety Check Booklet:

  • Check out the Outdoor Electrical Safety Check booklet, with tips for the safe outdoor use of electricity. Use this handy booklet to learn about available electrical safety devices, and the safety rules related to hot tubs, spas and pools, extension cords, electrical lawn and garden products, battery operated products and power tool safety. Click here to download a pdf of the Outdoor Electrical Safety Check booklet. 
Latest
Energy Tips

Workplace Safety 
Energy Tip Posted:
3/8/2009 9:54:41 PM

A quick review of a few basic power line safety concepts, combined with overall awareness can help reduce the number of accidents each year.


 
Winter Heating Tips 
Energy Tip Posted:
3/8/2009 9:52:09 PM

With the cooler month right around the corner, here are some energy saving tips to help reduce costs of Winter Heating Bills!!!


 
Simple Steps to Cool Your World with ENERGY STAR 
Energy Tip Posted:
3/8/2009 9:48:47 PM

Cool Your World with ENERGY STAR this summer. By taking these simple steps recommended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, homeowners can save energy, stay comfortable, and help protect our environment from the risks of global warming.


 
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Latest
City Projects

Golf Course Renovation 
Project Updated:
10/22/2009 9:30:57 AM

A major renovation project on the Ocala Golf Club (commonly cadlled "Muni"), located off East Silver Springs Boulevard, is now complete and the course is open for play.

 
Ocala International Airport Control Tower 
Project Updated:
8/27/2009 1:15:51 PM

Control tower at Ocala International Airport soon to serve aviators.

 
Silver River Drainage Project 
Project Updated:
8/27/2009 1:04:22 PM

The Silver River Pollution Reduction Drainage Project is designed to improve the quality of stormwater runoff that flows into the Silver River.

 
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