Volume 2, Number 3April 2012
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Stay Connected!
Biz of the Month
Upcoming Event
Fun Fact
Tip of the Month
EE101
Diet Time?
Co-op Square
Rate Comparison
New Ways to Save
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Co-op Connections Card Business
of the Month 
Bank of Ozarks
Show your Card and receive your first order of checks free on personal checking accounts (Douglasville location only)!

Click on the logo above to visit their site or call 770-852-6880.
 Upcoming Event

Be sure to visit our booth (#25) at the
West Georgia Remodeler and Garden Expo
 on April 27-29

LOCATION:
 Market Square Shopping Center in Douglasville


SHOW HOURS:
Friday, 1 - 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, Noon - 5 p.m.

ADMISSION:
Adults- $5
Children uner 18- Free

For additional information, call 800-572-0011 or visit westsideba.com.

Fun Fact of the Day

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DID YOU KNOW?
Frozen lobsters can come back to life when thawed!
 
QUICK LINKS:
Georgia EMC
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OTHER SERVICES:
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Gas South

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New Call Center HoursCALL CENTER HOURS HAVE CHANGED
Just a reminder that our new Call Center hours changed effective Jan. 1 in an effort to keep electricity costs down. The new hours are 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Automated phone service, website and outage reporting services will remain available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Together We Save - Tip of Month
Washer_dryerDon't get your electric bill caught in a spin cycle. When doing laundry, use cold water. If your dryer has a moisture meter, use it to prevent overdrying clothes--50 minutes often works best for a full load. And remember to check your lint filter before you run every load to help your dryer run more efficiently (and save energy). Find more ways to save at TogetherWeSave.com.

Source: Touchstone Energy Cooperatives
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Register online for ONE of the following dates:

April 10

April 17

November 13

November 20

There's still time to register for either of the April Energy Efficiency 101 Seminars! Be sure to register online today! 

Come learn how to perform your own energy audit and start making a difference in your home. Simply select a date that works for your schedule. Visit us online at greystonepower.com and select EE101 Registration on our home page. Complete the online registration form, then mark your calendars as a reminder. That's it!

 

We ask that only adults attend this program. Though we love children, this event will not be best suited for them and may distract other members from learning. 

 

Because seats are limited, we ask that seats be reserved for first-time guests only. If you attended a program in 2011 and have additional questions, please feel free to call our Energy Services Department at 770-370-2070.

For more information about EE101, call 770-370-2273.
 

Time for a Diet?
Energy Audit_HooksWith the mild winter that we have had, we all know what's creeping around the corner... a HOT summer! When it's hot outside, we want it cool inside. That means the air conditioner has to work overtime, causing electricity usage to soar. That can really affect your pocketbook!

Now is your time to prepare. Think of it as a boot camp for your home. Are you one to go on a diet to try to get your body in shape prior to summer vacation? So, why not put your house on a diet too? Have you thought about performing your own energy audit to help get your house in shape? What if you have good intentions, but just can't get around to it or you simply do not have the ability? Well, we can help you! Let our Energy Consultants help you determine ways you can save before the peak season hits you.

GreyStone Energy Consultants are available to perform FREE energy audits for our members. Simply call Energy Services at 770-370-2070 to schedule your appointment today!* 

*Appointments are reserved for serious inquiries.

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Build a better world for a better tomorrow!


Are you ready to make a difference? Did you know that the little things you do can really make an impact? 

Visit Co-op Square and embark on a personal journey to positively impact the lives around you while also making a difference in your own home. You will have the opportunity to save energy and make sure your family is prepared in the event of an emergency. Performing energy efficiency, safety and random acts of kindness have never been more fun to do!

Founded upon five of GreyStone Power's guiding principles, Co-op Square is a direct effort to make a mark on our community, region and even world. "Community service reflects our values and is how we give back to others," states just one of GreyStone's Guiding Principles.

Be sure to visit us at Facebook.com/greystonepower to learn more about Co-op Square! Get ready to make a mark on your community! 

Change happens with a ripple effect. Let Co-op Square be the wave to get you started.
 
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Rate Comparison
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You hear us mention that our rates are low in a great deal of our publications, but have you ever really seen a side-by-side comparison? Well, today is your lucky day! We care about you and we want to make sure that you are truly informed. You can also visit psc.state.ga.us anytime to monitor the rate comparisons. One thing that is important to keep in mind as you review these rates are the disclosed and non-disclosed fees that are passed along to you.

Recently, I saw a co-worker's electric bill from another company (not GreyStone) and I was truly shocked. After reviewing their website and the disclosed fees, I found there were some large fees that were generically mentioned without a dollar amount assigned! The electric usage was only $17, however, the bill itself was over $50 due to the fees. I am thankful I don't have that company!

It is our goal to always provide you the lowest rate possible. Many corporate decisions have been based on that fact alone. The decision to change our call center hours from 24/7 to Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. is just an example. GreyStone will be able to save $1 million per year.

GreyStone's mission is to provide reliable and cost-competitive electric and related services that position us as the utility of choice. As you can see from the chart above, your cost for electricity per kilowatt hour (kWh) is lower than neighboring cooperatives, municipal systems and Georgia Power. We are pleased to share the Winter 2012 Georgia Public Service Commission's residential rate survey. This confirms that GreyStone is a low-cost leader. The chart compares costs for consumers using 1,000 kWh monthly. The average member household uses between 1,000 and 1,200 kWh per month. For more information about this chart, feel free to visit the Public Service Commission's site at psc.state.ga.us.
Got Stickers?

placing stickers on cardNew stickers have arrived that will update your existing Co-op Connections Card, allowing you more benefits. This sticker will allow you to receive the Healthy Savings benefits, which include discounts on dental, hearing, vision, chiropractic and lab and imaging! Call us today to request your sticker or stop by the office to pick yours up.

Learn more about Healthy Savings by visiting www.connections.coop/greystonepower.

LOOK WHO RECENTLY JOINED THE PROGRAM OR UPDATED THEIR OFFER!

Team Chiropractic, Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-402-1091

$50 exam, scan and X-ray; $30 adjustment.

Blossoms & Bows Florist, Douglasville . . . . . . . . . . . 770-942-5651
10% off all local orders.

ABC Alarms, Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-505-2004
Free monitoring for three months.

Comfort Keepers, Hiram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-419- 1355
22% off first week of service.

Thumb Swipe Graphix, LLC, Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-685-9759
50% off first service call.

Lucien Consulting, Douglasville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-847-6887

15% off normal prices; 5% off sales prices.

Clever Container, Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-383-0694
10% off products; free bonus gift with home party booking. 

Right-Haven: Independent Shaklee Distributor, Austell..404-606-6650
15% off retail price.

Autohouse.US, Hiram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-384-1682
Free warranty on car purchase.

Sunshine Auto Rentals, Hiram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 678-318-1499
$15 off weekly rentals.

S'more BBQ, Douglasville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .678-426-3661
10% off entire bill (dine-in only; excludes alcohol).

CitruSolution Carpet Cleaning of Paulding, Dallas . . . . .678-736-1156
10% off when three or more rooms or stairways are cleaned (Paulding Co. only). 


Dr. Clemmons' Private Tutoring Service
, Hiram . . . . . . .770-943-7479

25% off first month of tutoring. Discount applies to any subject.
 

PB & J Design, Kennesaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-906-6354

10% off services.

Labonte Furniture Services, LLC, Douglasville . . . . . . . 404-654-3583
10% off all repairs.

CTO Bridal Consultants, Powder Springs . . . . . . . . . . .770-943-4339
10% off your invitations with our preferred vendor when you book our wedding packages.

Laser Dimensions, Douglasville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-949-0650
15% off awards, trophies and engravings.

If you have additional questions about the Co-op Connections Card and the many benefits the program offers, visit us online at connections.coop/greystonepower or call us at 770-370-2436. To request a set of stickers (needed for the Healthy Savings program) or to request a card, call 770-370-2273.
 

WHAT'S YOUR STORY?
We would LOVE to hear your success stories! Visit us on Facebook.com/greystonepower and tell us how the card is working for you. Where is your favorite place to use the card? How has the card helped you and your family? Have you experienced any big savings? It's time to share your story with others!
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