Watts Up
Watts Up For Freeport Electric
Anthony Fiore, Acting Superintendent of Electric Utilities
NASSAU COUNTY SALES TAX
Beginning June 1, 2009, Freeport Electric is required to collect a 2.5% sales
tax on all residential electric bills. Freeport Electric has no control
over this Nassau County tax. This tax must be collected
from our residential customers and all collected funds go to
the County. The tax
is based on
the total
dollar amount of
the bill including the customer
charge, consumption and Fuel Adjustment. If a rate modifier
is in effect, the
tax is calculated
on the amount
of the bill before
the rate modifier is applied,
much like you pay sales tax on
the amount of
the bill before any coupons are applied.
Tax exempt customers such as religious organization will
continue to be tax exempt. Commercial customers will
continue to be taxed at the current 8.625% rate.
Under Nassau County Legislation, Freeport Electric is required to collect this
tax for the County. Please
call Nassau County for more details on this
tax.
HURRICANE SEASON - OUTAGE PREPARATION
The Hurricane Season usually runs from June 1 through November 30 for the Atlantic states. You should take the following precautionary steps to help ensure your health and safety in the event of a storm.
Review your family's emergency plan to make sure it is up to date - include a family emergency meeting point in case your home is not accessible, the County's evacuation plan and where to relocate your pets.
Prepare for an Outage
Keep a battery operated radio, flashlight, supply of batteries, candles and matches on hand.
Maintain a supply of water, medications and foods that do not require refrigeration or cooking
Keep a telephone on hand that does not need electricity to operate.
Have a list of emergency phone numbers.
Keep your vehicle at least half full of gas.
Have an alternative cooking source such as an outdoor grill or camp stove. Follow safety rules for use outside the residence.
Consider buying a generator. Follow rules for use outside the residence.
Stay Safe
Keep as cool as possible, drink liquids and wear loose fitting clothes.
Watch out for heat stress (dizziness, nausea, headache, dry skin).
Damage Prevention
Refrigerator and freezer doors should be kept closed to prevent food from spoiling.
Handle dry ice with gloves to prevent skin damage.
Keep major appliances turned off to prevent damage when the power is restored.
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Energy Tip: Lighting accounts for 10% - 15% of your home's electric use. New screw-in fluorescent bulbs can replace your incandescent bulbs and save you money. Fluorescent bulbs cost more but last up to 10 times longer. For optimal use, put the fluorescent bulb in a light that is left on for many hours. This could be a night-light or an outside light. Conserve energy and save money on your electric bill.
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