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Released by Lee County Parks & Recreation
Fort Myers, FL, May 30, 2013 — Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) will be conducting work on an easement through Prairie Pines Preserve in North Fort Myers that may restrict access to portions of the 18-mile trail system from now through this summer.
Equestrians, hikers and bird watchers should check www.Conservation2020.org or the Conservation 20/20 Facebook site before visiting the 2,654-acre preserve, which is managed by Lee County Parks & Recreation. Due to the nature of LCEC’s work, the access point from the parking area to the preserves’ larger trail system may open and close intermittently.
Power lines will be installed adjacent to an existing easement – an old railroad bed – that runs north-south through the preserve. The infrastructure will include concrete pads and poles and conductor for the transmission lines. Some trees and shrubs will be removed. However, project designers were able to utilize the existing driving access areas and locations void of vegetation that was provided by the old railroad line. Impact to the cleared area and wetland will be greatly reduced.
“Currently tree chipping equipment and other heavy equipment is present – and that may decrease the peaceful nature experience for equestrians with horses more used to tranquil rides,” said Laura Greeno, a Conservation 20/20 land stewardship coordinator. Those using the preserve should maintain safe distances when machinery is in use.
The project is timed to coincide with the wet season, which typically leads to lower use of the preserve. Project work is not expected to occur on weekends, when more park patrons are present but it is possible that crews may work on Saturdays in order to keep the project on schedule.
Visit www.Conservation2020.org or www.lcec.net.
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North Fort Myers, Fla. (May 29, 2013) – LCEC’s preparation begins long before a hurricane threatens to make landfall in Southwest Florida. To ensure LCEC has the resources needed for restoration, the organization cultivates relationships with power line and tree-trimming contractors, fuel companies, material vendors, food service vendors, other cooperatives and local agencies for back-up resources.
In addition, LCEC’s 400+ employees play a critical role in the restoration plan. Employees put their typical job responsibilities on hold to pitch in during restoration.
Restoration Priorities
LCEC has a detailed restoration plan that outlines priorities of electric restoration during large power outages. LCEC’s plan first calls for restoration of essential services such as hospitals, traffic signals, shelters, law enforcement. Next, power is restored to the largest number of customers. The last to be restored are individual services or services that need to be reconnected after repair to their home electrical system.
LCEC does not disconnect power before a storm. The utility lets Mother Nature run her course, and begins to restore power to impacted areas once winds are at a safe level.
How customers should prepare for outages
What to do when the lights go out
Storm Safety Tips
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North Fort Myers, Fla., May 20, 2013 – LCEC was recently honored through the American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite program. LCEC was recognized at the Gold Level, which means that the company: offers employees physical activity at the worksite, has increased number of healthy eating options available to employees, promotes a wellness culture onsite and embraces at least nine criteria outlined by the American Heart Association in the areas of physical activity, nutrition and culture.
As a Fit-Friendly Worksite, LCEC is considered a corporate trailblazer who has adopted the spirit of the initiative and has the vision to try improving the health and wellness of employees and the worksite.
ABOUT LCEC
Established in 1940, LCEC is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative serving Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Marco Island, Sanibel and Captiva Islands, Pine Island, Everglades City, Immokalee, Ave Maria, and parts of Lehigh Acres. LCEC is committed to providing efficient, reliable, cost-competitive electric and emerging energy solutions and excellent service to our customers. LCEC is also a major contributor to the local economy as one of the largest employers in Lee County with nearly 400 employees and by its support of many local agencies through charitable giving, volunteerism and environmental stewardship.
ABOUT FIT-FRIENDLY WORKSITE RECOGNITION PROGRAM
An award given by the American Heart Association’s My Heart. My Life. initiative. It is intended to be a catalyst for positive change in the workplace across America and right here in Lee County. It recognizes worksites for making the health and wellness of their employees a priority.
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North Fort Myers, Fla., May 20, 2013 – The Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) announced the winners of its Local Image Awards on April 18 at Base Operations at Page Field. The Grand All Image Award, FPRA’s highest honor, together with an Image Award and a Judges’ Award were presented to the LCEC Public Relations Team and the Student Intern Miranda Moore for LCEC’s 2012 Holiday Giving Campaign. For this campaign, LCEC employees partnered with the Children’s Network of Southwest Florida to provide a bright holiday for local foster children and create awareness about the needs of the foster care system. Through the support of LCEC’s 400+ generous employees, hundreds of gifts were donated through the LCEC “Pack-a-Sack” campaign.
ABOUT LCEC
Established in 1940, LCEC is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative serving Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Marco Island, Sanibel and Captiva Islands, Pine Island, Everglades City, Immokalee, Ave Maria, and parts of Lehigh Acres. LCEC is committed to providing efficient, reliable, cost-competitive electric and emerging energy solutions and excellent service to our customers. LCEC is also a major contributor to the local economy as one of the largest employers in Lee County with nearly 400 employees and by its support of many local agencies through charitable giving, volunteerism and environmental stewardship.
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North Fort Myers, Fla. (May 13, 2013) – Electricity is essential in today’s world. However, electricity can be a hazard if not treated with respect. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, there are 40,000 residential fires caused annually by electrical wiring problems and nearly three lives are lost due to electric-related fires or accidental electrocution. Most of these accidents can be avoided. LCEC recommends taking the following safety precautions – not just during Electrical Safety Month but year-round.
Visit www.electrical-safety.org for even more tips on staying safe around electricity.
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North Fort Myers, Fla., May2, 2013 – LCEC Board of Trustees recently approved a second quarter equity distribution of $5 million to current and inactive customers and an additional distribution of $7.5 million to memberships that have been closed since 2005. LCEC has returned more than $203 million to customers over the years, which is among the best among the 800 cooperatives in the United States.
Equity is the value of the investment customers/members make in LCEC. Customers provide a portion of the capital necessary to operate the business through the payments they make each month. Without this investment, LCEC would be required to borrow additional funds from outside sources to provide electric service, resulting in higher base rates. Each year, once operating expenses are paid, the amount that remains is the net margin. The Board of Trustees review the LCEC financial position annually to determine if a portion of the net margins can be distributed to members.
Customers receiving a distribution of less than $250 will receive a credit on their bill and others will receive a check. Distributions will be made during the second quarter and customer can see their total equity allocation with their statement.
Visit http://www.lcec.net/equity/ for more information about equity.
ABOUT LCEC
Established in 1940, LCEC is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative serving Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Marco Island, Sanibel and Captiva Islands, Pine Island, Everglades City, Immokalee, Ave Maria, and parts of Lehigh Acres. LCEC is committed to providing efficient, reliable, cost-competitive electric and emerging energy solutions and excellent service to our customers. LCEC is also a major contributor to the local economy as one of the largest employers in Lee County with nearly 400 employees and by its support of many local agencies through charitable giving, volunteerism and environmental stewardship.
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