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July/August 2020 STORM EDITION
“The Current”
July/August 2020
Prepare for the Unexpected
Vol. MMXIX No. 10 The COVID-19 Pandemic has turned the world upside down. When the pandemic
USPS #356-710 began to unfold, it seemed as though our lives would only be different for a short
“The Current” is the official newsletter of Talquin
Electric Cooperative, Inc., published bi-monthly as while. Now, over three months later, many Talquin employees continue to work
an informational and educational service to the
Members of the Cooperative. Periodical postage paid
from home, and all of us are doing our part to practice social distancing.
at Tallahassee, Florida.
SUBSCRIPTION RATE As if a global pandemic was not a lot to deal with on its own,
Cooperative Member $2.00 per year.
Talquin Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an equal
we have now entered the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, and
opportunity provider and employer. this season is already off to a flying start! Before the season
EDITORIAL OFFICE
started on June 1, we had already seen two named storms,
P.O. Box 1679 which were then followed closely by Tropical Storm Cristobal,
1640 West Jefferson Street
Quincy, Florida 32353-1679 forming on June 2. Numerous forecasts are calling for a highly
Tracy Bensley, General Manager active hurricane season, and we implore our Members to make
Blake Flowers, Director of Member Services/Editor
plans and preparations before a possible storm threatens our
PRINTED BY: Carrie Durden
area. Preparing early will allow you to avoid the rush at home
Graphic Press Corporation, Tallahassee, Florida
Board President supply stores and grocery stores, among other venues that
POSTMASTER
tend to be crowded when a hurricane watch or warning is
In using Form 3579, please give key letter and mail to issued.
“The Current,” P.O. Box 1679, Quincy, Florida 32353-
1679.
Tips to Prepare for Hurricane Season
OFFICERS
Carrie L. Durden
Here are things that you can do to prepare for the 2020 storm
President season:
Cell: 850-567-9751
P.O. Box 541 • Start to gather bottled water, non-perishable foods, first-aid
Havana, Florida 32333
supplies, clothing and bedding, and other emergency supplies.
Dr. Clifford S. Bristol
Vice President Store items in easy-to-carry, water-proof containers that can be
Cell: 850-661-1733 Tracy Bensley moved in the event of a storm emergency.
15333 N.W. CR 12
General Manager
Bristol, Florida 32321 • Make a checklist of the things you will need in the event of
Joseph Alexander
Secretary/Treasurer
an evacuation for you and your family, including pets, so that
Home: 850-627-2704
507 Deerwood Circle
nothing essential will be left behind during a rushed departure.
Quincy, Florida 32352 • Cut down on wind hazards by removing any diseased and
damaged limbs from trees.
TRUSTEES
Doug Bruce
• Limit flooding by making sure there is no debris in storm
Cell: 850-321-7674 drains or clogged ditches. Report issues to the proper
P.O. Box 10855
Tallahassee, Florida 32302 authorities.
Sam Fenn
Home: 850-576-5072
3539 Lakeview Drive At Talquin, we are prepared for a possible storm, and like many of us, we have
Tallahassee, Florida 32310
had to make some changes in how we prepare for a storm due to COVID-19.
David Miller
Home: 850-926-5869 or Cell: 850-567-5405 For example, our annual storm training was held virtually this year, and Talquin
227 Buck Miller Road
Crawfordville, Florida 32327
employees were briefed on their role during storms and storm recovery through
Carla Pararo a video conference call. Additionally, due to social distancing measures
Home: 850-688-6809
1050 Winfield Forest Drive
implemented at Talquin, our crews stagger shifts when they are in the truck yard
Tallahassee, Florida 32317 to keep themselves safe and allow us to power on for our Members. If a storm hits
Billy VanLandingham
Cell: 850-545-5604 or Home: 850-442-6252
Talquin’s four-county service territory, we are ready and prepared to power on for
519 Telogia Creek Road our Members. Are you? #POWERON
Quincy, Florida 32351
Dr. David L. Wright
Home: 850-875-2928
1194 Solomon Dairy Road
Outage Reporting & Updates
Quincy, Florida 32352 In order to ensure that Talquin knows when your power is out, ALWAYS report your
Trustee bios and pictures are located on the website.
outage. To receive outage notifications via the mobile app, please follow these step-
by-step instructions:
The Talquin Electric Cooperative, Inc. and Talquin
Water & Wastewater, Inc. Boards regularly schedule
their workshops on the 1st Monday of each month
• On the bottom of your screen, click on the “notifications” icon
and meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month • Next, click on the “settings” icon and click on “user profile”
at the Headquarters’ Office in Quincy, FL at 6:30 PM.
If necessary, an Executive Session may be held in • On your user profile, select “announcements”
conjunction with any regular meeting, special meeting,
or workshop. Notice of any changes will be listed
• Ensure that push notification and email are turned on and click “save”
at https://www.talquinelectric.com/about/board- • For text notifications, ensure that your mobile number is saved
meetings-workshops/.
*Mobile App is available for Android and iOS devices.
2 THE CURRENT • JULY/AUGUST 2020
Safe Generator Operation BE
Electric generators can keep your lights and appliances running during power
outages—but they can also pose serious safety hazards if operated incorrectly. To PREPARED
BEFORE A
ensure the safety of your family, neighbors, and Talquin employees, please read and
follow the safety, maintenance, and testing instructions in the generator’s operating
manual.
• Use heavy-duty extension cords to connect electric appliances to the outlet on
STORM STRIKES
the generator. In the event of a power
• Check for damage to cords and make sure to watch for trip hazards. outage, be prepared by
• Do not overload the generator. It should be used only when necessary, and only In the event
keeping the of a
following
to power essential equipment. power outage, be
items in an easy-to-find
• Never run an electric generator inside a building. Always ensure proper prepared bysupply
keep- kit.
ventilation and airflow around the generator. The carbon monoxide generated is
emergency
ing the following
deadly.
• Start the generator before connecting appliances. items in an
WATER
• Never add fuel to a generator while it is running. Avoid spilling fuel on hot easy-to-find
Three-day emer-
supply,
components. gency supplyper
one gallon kit.
• Always have a fully charged, approved fire extinguisher located near the
generator. person per day.
• Keep children away from the generator at all times.
Plug appliances directly into the generator itself. Connecting the generator directly to
your home’s circuits or wiring must be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician TOOLS
who will install a transfer switch that will keep the generator from feeding power Flashlight, extra bat-
back into the distribution lines. If that happens, the power crews working to restore teries, manual can
your electric service could be put at risk. Also, if your generator is still hooked up
when the power is restored, your generator and your household electrical system
opener, battery-pow-
may be damaged. ered or hand-crank
If you are interested in a GenerLink transfer switch, contact a Member Service radio, NOAA Weather
office to arrange purchase and installation of a unit for your home. Radio with tone alert.
• Purchase & Installation GenerLink™ 7.2kW/30 amp Switch: $699.95 plus
applicable taxes
• 20 or 30 amp 4 prong twist lock, 20′ connecting cord FIRST AID
• Purchase & Installation GenerLink™ 10kW/40 amp Switch: $899.95 plus KIT AND
applicable taxes PRESCRIPTIONS
• 50 amp 4 prong twist lock, 20′ connecting cord
First aid supplies, hand
*If available. Lead times may be affected by COVID-19.
sanitizer and at least
one week’s supply of
prescriptions and medi-
cations for the family.
Learn more at www.ready.gov
Source: American Red Cross, Federal
Emergency Management Agency.
Stay Safe – Do Not Go Near Downed Lines
Always avoid downed power lines–the wire could be energized, which could be deadly for
those nearby. Quickly report downed lines to Talquin.
Report downed lines by calling:
1-866-899-4832 (Automated System)
1-888-802-1832 (Live Operator) or 911
850-627-7651 (During Business Hours)
JULY/AUGUST 2020 • THE CURRENT 3
Keep Food Safe
Before, During, and After a Power Outage
Unfortunately, power outages do occur from time to time. It’s important to know
how to keep your food safe during an outage. Use these tips from USDA to help
minimize food loss and reduce your risk of illness.
Before During After
power outage power outage power outage
Keep the refrigerator
and freezer doors
closed!
If the doors stay
Keep refrigerator at
closed during the
40° or below. Freeze
Beginning in mid-March, Member Service offices began items like fresh meat and
length of the outage: Check the temperature
operating through the drive-thru only. poultry that you won’t inside your refrigerator
use immediately. and/or freezer.
Keep freezer set to 12
0° or below. Group
frozen foods to help A full freezer will hold
items stay colder longer. its temperature for
48 hours.
If the temperatures are
safe, the food should be
safe to eat.
If you anticipate an
extended power outage, A refrigerator will
buy dry or block ice to keep food safe for
keep the fridge and/or four hours.
Annual Meeting has been postponed until September 26. freezer cold.
More details to follow.
Foods that should be thrown out after an extended power outage:
Meat, poultry or Eggs and egg
seafood products products
Milk, yogurt and
other dairy products Soft and
shredded cheese
Cooked or Opened baby
sliced produce formula
Dough and
Since the start of COVID-19, through flexible payment cooked pasta
arrangements and waived fees, we deferred over $500,000 for Source: USDA
Talquin Members.
YOUR •
•
BEANS
CANNED FRUIT
POWER
• CANNED TUNA
• CANNED VEGETABLES
OUTAGE
• CEREAL
Talquin crews began staggering crew hours and integrated new • DRIED FRUITS
• DRIED MEATS/JERKY
PANTRY
safety methods to promote social distancing on site and in
the field. • GRAHAM CRACKERS
• PASTA
We do our best to avoid power • RICE
outages, but unfortunately, Mother • SPAM
Nature occasionally has different
plans. Stay ahead of the storm by
• OATMEAL
stocking your pantry with a variety
of non-perishable items.
Set these items aside for extended
outages only, and your storm prep
will be a breeze! FRUIT
More than 70 Talquin employees began working from home at
least part time to limit face-to-face interactions. Employees
Don’t forget to stock up on disposable
who were unable to work from home remain on-site with social goods, like paper plates, napkins, plastic
distancing in mind. cutlery and cups.
4 THE CURRENT • JULY/AUGUST 2020
TRADING POST diamond plate finish, excellent
condition, everything works,
Trading Post Guidelines
In order to continue to provide The Trading Post in every issue of The Current, we ask Members to adhere to the guidelines
listed below when submitting an ad. If an ad does not meet the criteria, it will not be published. Talquin provides “The Trading
USA made; $250; 850-557-
MISCELLANEOUS 3838
Post” ads for the convenience of our Members. Talquin is not responsible for the content of the ads. Talquin does not
endorse or warrant the products or services offered in the ads. There is no cost to place an ad in The Trading Post.
Armadillo traps: Humane, Veteran Cemetery Plot: • Members may submit one ad per issue (six *Deadlines are the first day of the month preceding
2-door, pressure-treated wood Culley’s MeadowWood, times a year) the month of publication (For example, June 1st is the
construction. Pre-scented, no • Ads must be twenty-five words or less deadline for the July/August edition.)
Timberlane Rd. Veteran
bait or funneling required. $70; Garden, Block 150, Lot C, • Must be typed or printed legibly in ink Mail ads to: “The Current”, Talquin Electric Cooperative
850-668-1368 or 850-383- Grave 1, $2,000 OBO; 229-251- • No registered businesses may run an ad PO Box 1679, Quincy, FL 32352-1679 or email to:
6380 • No changes after ad submission tradingpost@talquinelectric.com
5510
Misc. items: 10pkg playing Misc. items: Coffee Table,
cards, $1/ea; (2) 1,000 pc $20; Computer Chair, $15; REAL ESTATE John Deere X320 Lawn
Tractor: Excellent mechanical
AUTO
puzzle $3; Minn Kota portable Shake Weight, $3; New Commercial property: For condition. Maintenance 2005 Harley Davidson: Road
trolling motor $150; Women’s coffeemaker, $20; New Larson sale, Villages of St. Marks Lot records available and done Glide custom motorcycle, LED
2XX/XXL tops $2; Ford Model door handle, $18; Kitchen P; $10,000 OBO; 850-559-5027 according to manual. 389 hrs., headlights, mustang seat, skull
A Kit $50; Misc. books; 850- mitts and towels, $4; New 3x6 or 850-591-6062 hood cracked, seat cushion motif, 25k miles, $7500; 850-
567-6176 auto replacement carpet, $10; cracked. $1,750 OBO; 850- 997-0473
and more! 850-508-9904 Furnished room: W/ private
Mahogany dressers: 2 solid 408-4989
bath and closet; everything 1990 Mitsubishi Diamante:
mahogany dressers in very Bone China: Rare Noritaki included. Shared kitchen, Safe Burgundy, needs seals, tires,
good condition. 11 and 10 bone china “Night Jewell” w/ Touch security system, linens, WANT TO BUY battery, belts, and hoses. Interior
drawer, $235/each or $425/ service for 8. Serving dishes Wi-Fi, Dish TV, $50 background Looking to buy: A large man’s in good shape. Burgundy
pair; 850-212-0719 included. $200 firm; Text 850- fee, $300 deposit, 7 mo. wheelchair and walker in good exterior. Best offer; 850-321-
Misc. items: Coleman 62 800-7458 lease min., based on single 7390
condition; Call 850-576-7513
qt. wheeled cooler, new, Lamp: Antique carousel lamp occupancy; available now! Call
Looking to buy: In good 2006 BMW 750 LI: Silver w/
$20; Sharp microwave oven, w/ fringe lampshade, $300; 850-284-4892
condition 1-ton Extended/ black leather interior, 4 door
11”x8”x12”, $15; Presto air Wood trash receptacle 23x14, Lake Talquin: Waterfront in Passenger or Cargo Van-older sedan, 100k miles, $5,000 but
popcorn popper, $15; Suitcase, $40; 850-212-7475 Leon Co., 3.63 acres at the model; used home/land willing to negotiate; 850-345-
new, 19”x26”, $20; 850-309-
Treadmill: Weslo Cardiostride intersection of Ben Stoutamire security equipment; used 9178
7606
4.0 manual treadmill, includes Rd. and Ed Gordon Rd., Toyota pickup truck in good
Rabbits for sale: 850-562- user’s manuals, $50; 850-544- $65,000; 850-894-3960 condition; older Hoover upright SERVICES
2904, leave message. 5799 vacuum and tank vacuum. Honey Do List Guy: I can do
2017 Godfrey pontoon boat:
TOOLS 850-879-5509 all of your home improvement
Portable Fish Cleaning unit:
2017 Yamaha 60hp 4 stroke, Aluminum framed, insect Mower lift: Pro-lift HD, 500lb Tent: Looking to buy a good projects. Make a list, we’ll make
excellent condition, $13,700; screening, 2x4 table & sink capacity, riding mower quality, used Boy Scout tent or it happen. 20+ yrs. experience
850-524-1595 with faucet. The easy way hydraulic jack lift to safely olive green canvas tent; 850- in all construction trades; 850-
to clean your catch, $995.00; change blades. New in box. 544-5799 933-1105
China cabinet: Immaculate
850-445-4960 $150 retail, asking $100; 850-
dining room china cabinet; Call Looking to buy: Travel Caregiver: Loving and
868-0960 (text preferred)
for details 850-536-0613 Ladder: 28 ft. Werner trailer or camper, any size or experienced female with reliable
fiberglass extension ladder, Swisher 44 Universal Dump condition; 850-443-8018 transportation, dependable, w/
6 ft. utility trailer: $200; 850- glowing references, background
rated for 300lbs, excellent Bucket: Reg. $450, now used
228-2735 check, pet lover and non-smoker;
condition, $235; 850-545-9093 for $300 OBO. S.E. Leon Co.;
Full size pickup truck low (leave message) 850-656-6298 850-728-2600 or 850-878-2870
profile toolbox: Aluminum,
MOVE OVER
IT’S THE LAW
When approaching an authorized emergency, sanitation,
or utility service vehicle, do not forget to do the following:
• Move out of the lane closest to their vehicle.
• If you cannot move over, slow speed to 20 miles per
hour under the posted speed limit.
This is especially important to remember during storm
season when there are more trucks out there restoring
power. Thanks for helping to keep our crews safe!
#MoveOverFL
JULY/AUGUST 2020 • THE CURRENT 5
Who Owns What?
Electric Co-op Owned Equipment vs
Member-Owned Equipment
This graphic depicts equipment owned by the co-op (in gold) and the Member (in blue).
If a storm damages any equipment owned by the co-op, we are responsible for repairs.
If a storm damages any Member-owned equipment, the Member is responsible for
repairs. Members should hire a licensed electrician when making any
repairs to Member-owned equipment.
Co-op owned
Member-owned
Service
Power distribution point
lines
Transformer
Weatherhead
Service line
Service
Tree trimming mast
Service guy
Trimming trees
around service line
mast
is the Member’s
responsibility
Power
pole Meter socket
and jaws
Service
Meter Meter panel
socket
Pedestal or padmounted
transformer
Service line
Note: This graphic depicts overhead and underground service.
Please be aware of which type of service you receive at your home or business.
6 THE CURRENT • JULY/AUGUST 2020ABOVE-GROUND SERVICE
OWNED BY OWNED BY DAMAGE TO YOUR
HOMEOWNER TALQUIN
HOME’S SERVICE
WEATHERHEAD
(Homeowner)
ATTACHMENT
CONNECTION
HARDWARE
(Homeowner)
Steps to restore power if your home’s
SERVICE STACK/WIRE
service connection is damaged.
1
(Homeowner)
SERVICE
LINE
(Talquin) Know what you need to repair
• Homeowner’s own and are responsible
for electrical equipment attached to
the house (service stack, attachment
RISER CONDUIT
(Homeowner)
hardware, riser and meter box) and the
pole with an attached meter box for
METER
(Talquin)
mobile or manufactured homes.
METER BOX
• If the homeowner’s equipment is
(Homeowner) damaged, repairs will be needed before
GROUND WIRE AND ROD
Talquin can connect service.
(Homeowner)
MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME
POLE
(Homeowner)
SERVICE
2 Seek a licensed electrician
• Do not hire an unlicensed electrician.
It could create safety hazards and
possibly delay your power from being
LINE
(Talquin) connected.
3
METER BOX
(Homeowner)
METER Do not attempt to fix the damage yourself
(Talquin)
• It could create safety hazards and
CONDUIT
(Homeowner)
possibly delay your power from being
connected.
UNDERGROUND SERVICE
METER BOX
4 Make sure repairs pass required
county inspections*
*Check with your county for inspection
requirements related to storm damage.
(Homeowner)
5
METER
(Talquin)
Notify Talquin at 1-888-802-1832 when
RISER CONDUIT
(Homeowner) you are able to receive power.
• Ensure all of the steps above are
SERVICE LINE complete and you are safely able to
(Homeowner) receive power.
GROUND WIRE
AND ROD
(Homeowner)
REPAIR RESPONSIBILITY
Homeowner
Talquin
JULY/AUGUST 2020 • THE CURRENT 7Sweet Summer Salads!
Vesna’s Rocket Salad Crunchy Broccoli, Apple,
is named after my book club buddy, Blueberry Salad
Vesna, who is from Croatia and many
places in Europe call arugula, rocket.
Dressing:
Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup honey
1 5oz package of arugula
2 tsp. apple cider vinegar
1 apple cored and sliced into
1 tbsp. poppy seeds
½ inch pieces
½ English cucumber sliced
¼ cup of chopped walnuts or
Ingredients:
into ½ inch pieces
½ cup dried cranberries sliced almonds 1 ½ lbs. fresh broccoli, cut into ¼ cup sunflower seeds (I often
1 cup of seasonal berries 1 tbsp. Marie’s Raspberry florets substitute with thinly sliced
½ cup feta or Gorgonzola Vinaigrette (you could make 1 cup fresh blueberries almonds)
cheese your own if you prefer) ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 1 apple cored and cut into ½ inch
½ cup dried cranberries pieces
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl and toss with the 1. In a large bowl, add broccoli, blueberries, red onion,
dressing. Serves 6-8, approximately 200 calories per 1 cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
cup serving.
SUBMIT YOUR RECIPES
If you have some tasty recipes that you would like to share, submit them to us at
Recipes submitted by Member Barbara Khan TradingPost@talquinelectric.com, drop them off at any of our Member Service
offices, or mail to us at PO Box 1679, Quincy FL 32353.
Hurricane Preparedness Resources
If you have special needs (due to age, disability, etc.) and may require assistance during a storm, or if you
need shelter updates, contact your local County Emergency Management for information regarding services
they provide. Also, check to see if your county has a mass notification system so you can stay prepared and
informed.
Gadsden County Liberty County
(850) 875-8650 (850) 643-2339
https://www.gadsdencountyfl.gov/departments/ libertycountyflem.com
emergency_management
Leon County Wakulla County
(850) 606-3700 (850) 745-7200
https://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/Home/County- wcso.org/emergency-management
Administrator/Administration/Assistant-to-the-
County-Administrator-for-Community-Relations-and-
Resilience/Emergency-Management
Other Hurricane Preparedness Resources:
The Florida Division of Emergency Management floridadisaster.org
The National Hurricane Center nhc.noaa.gov
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) fema.gov
Ready (From the Department of Homeland Security) ready.gov
American Red Cross redcross.org/local/florida/north-florida
The Salvation Army salvationarmyflorida.org/tallahassee
8 THE CURRENT • JULY/AUGUST 2020Watts
Happening
August is Family Fun Month!
Tallahassee Balloon Festival:
July 17-18, tickets available at www.freshtix.com
The Tallahassee Balloon Festival is coming July 17th &
18th to the North Florida Fairgrounds. Bring the whole
family out for a great family fun time. See incredible
hot air balloons, and check that bucket list item and
get a ride on a tethered hot air balloon! The event will
have a Kids Zone with games and rides including trains,
bounce houses, mechanical bulls, and bungee jumps. In
addition, there will be a laser show with DJs, craft and
retail booths, and a variety of food vendors with fantastic
festival-style food. Proceeds from the event will benefit
the Special Olympics of Leon County.
6th Annual Tallahassee Extreme Rodeo:
July 10-11, North Florida Fairgrounds
Are you ready to rodeo? Join Double K Rodeo
Productions for their exciting 6th Annual Tallahassee
Extreme Rodeo. Tickets are $20 at the gate and the
event is free for kids under 5. For more information, call
205-790-3452 or follow Double K Rodeo Productions on
Facebook.
Night Prowl at the Tallahassee Museum:
August 1, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, $9.00 for museum
Reminder - Survey Coming July
members, $12.00 for non-members In July, Talquin will be
The Tallahassee Museum invites you to enter the world partnering with Seminole
of their nighttime animals. Enjoy a tour of night life at Electric Cooperative, our
the Tallahassee Museum as your guide points out many wholesale power provider,
of the nocturnal animals who call the Museum home. to conduct a survey of our
You will also have an opportunity to get close to one Members regarding energy
special night creature! Please note that this is an outdoor usage. This type of survey is conducted
program and tickets must be purchased in advance from
every three to five years to determine future
tallahasseemuseum.org.
demand for power. This online survey will be
sent out via email to our Members from the
2020 Annual Meeting Save the Date email domain:noreply@appliance.survey.
talquinelectric.com.
Where: When: This information is extremely helpful to our
Gadsden County Saturday,
High School Gymnasium
Planning and Design team and Seminole
September 26
27001 Blue Star Highway Electric so that we may provide the best
Havana (Midway area) services possible to our Membership.
Thank you in advance for your help with this
More details to come. project.
JULY/AUGUST 2020 • THE CURRENT 9:KDWȇVRQDSROH"
This illustration shows basic equipment found on electric power
distribution poles. Equipment may vary based on location and the
service provided.
10 THE CURRENT • MAY/JUNE
JULY/AUGUST
2020
2020Powering Up After an Outage
When the power goes out, we expect it to be restored
within a few hours. But when a major storm or natural
disaster causes widespread damage, extended
outages may result. Our line crews work long, hard
hours to restore service safely to the greatest number
of Members in the shortest time possible. Here’s
what’s going on if you find yourself in the dark:
1. High-Voltage Transmission Lines:
Transmission towers and cables that supply power to
transmission substations (and thousands of Members)
rarely fail. But when damaged, these facilities must be
repaired before other parts of the system can operate.
2. Distribution Substation:
A substation can serve hundreds
or thousands of Members. When
a major outage occurs, line crews
inspect substations to determine
if problems stem from
transmission lines feeding into
the substation, the substation
itself or if problems exist further
down the line.
3. Main Distribution Lines:
If the problem cannot be isolated
at a distribution substation,
distribution lines are checked.
These lines carry power to large
groups of consumers in
communities or housing
developments.
4. Tap Lines:
If local outages persist, supply lines (also
known as tap lines) are inspected. These
lines deliver power to transformers, either
mounted on poles or placed on pads for
underground service, outside businesses,
schools and homes.
5. Individual Homes:
If your home remains without power, the service line
between a transformer and your residence may need
to be repaired. Always call to report an outage to
help line crews isolate a local issue.
JULY/AUGUST 2020 • THE CURRENT 11“THE CURRENT” PERIODICAL
TALQUIN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.
P.O. BOX 1679
QUINCY, FL 32353-1679
TALQUIN ELECTRIC IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
COOPERATIVE, INC. As the economy in Talquin’s service territory re-opens, we are planning to reinstate
normal fees that were suspended due to the pandemic. This reinstatement will be
Office Locations
effective for the Cycle 1 billing, which will be effective July 30th. Talquin continues
Headquarters to monitor conditions associated with the pandemic and may adjust this schedule
1640 W. Jefferson Street based on regional economic conditions. Talquin will continue to assist every
Quincy, Florida 32351
(850) 627-7651
Member who reaches out for assistance and work with each Member on an
individual basis to find a solution that meets their financial needs. Talquin remains
Quincy Member Service Office committed to working with Members to ensure they are up to date on their utility
1607 W. Jefferson Street bill payments by the end of the year.
Quincy, Florida 32351
(850) 627-9666
Wakulla Member Service Office
681 Wakulla Arran Road
Crawfordville, Florida 32327
Holiday Office PCA Adjustment
(850) 926-7422 Closures Effective July 1, 2020,
Hosford Member Service Office Talquin will reduce the
20557 NE Cooperative Way Talquin offices will be
Hosford, Florida 32334 Wholesale Power Cost
(850) 379-8679 closed on Monday, Adjustment from a credit
Lake Jackson Member Service Office September 7, in of ($0.0055) to a credit of
4808 Portal Drive
Tallahassee, Florida 32303 observance of Labor Day. ($0.0075), resulting in an
(850) 562-0125
overall decrease on bills
Bradfordville Member Service Office
6724 Thomasville Road
We will reopen on of 2 mills, or $2.00 per
Tallahassee, Florida 32312
(850) 893-6853
Tuesday, September 8. 1,000 kWh.
Service Interruptions (Outages)
Should Be Reported To
1-888-802-1832
Let’s Stay Connected this Hurricane Season!
(live operator)
Mobile App: Drive Thru:
1-866-899-4832 Talquin Electric Cooperative, Inc. All Talquin offices are operating
(automated systems) from the drive thru only
Visit us and report and view Text: Mail:
outages on the Web at Text #Outage to 85700 P.O. Box 1679, Quincy, FL 32353
www.talquinelectric.com (must register on Talquin’s website
for this service)
Sign up for text outage notification at
www.talquinelectric.com to report your Email: Phone:
outage quickly and to receive memberfeedback@talquinelectric.com (850) 627-7651
outage information.
Website:
www.TalquinElectric.com
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