Tips for Reducing Utility Bills During Colder Months
Colder temperatures, especially extreme cold temperatures experienced recently, can lead to an increase in your utility bill. Whether heating your home with electric or gas, your appliances will be working overtime to keep your residence warm when temperatures drop. To avoid “sticker shock” on next month’s utility bill, limit the use of space heaters when possible. Also, keep your thermostat at a consistent temperature and resist the urge to turn it up. Add a layer of clothing or an extra blanket instead.
An energy audit can be a great way to identify areas in your home where insulation and other energy saving features can be applied.
In the short term, you can seal air leaks, where you feel cold drafts, by installing DIY plastic insulation kits on windows and by placing draft stoppers along the base of doors.
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Communications Utilities to Continue Ongoing Work
Communications companies, including Frontier, Spectrum, Buckeye, etc., continue to work throughout the City to install conduits, wires, and other necessary service upgrades. All are considered a “utility” and can legally operate anywhere within the public right-of-way or where there is a utility easement.
The location of the utility easement on a property will determine the area the company is permitted to perform work – this may include back and side yards. Existing utilities in the construction area will be marked prior to the installation of the new conduits. The installation of these services is typically done by trenchless directional boring methods to minimize damage to yards. Residents will not be forced to change service providers because of this work.
The City is not responsible for the scheduling and/or completion of this work. Questions and/or concerns should be directed to the contractor/company working in the area.
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2023 Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute
On Monday, January 16th at 7:00 pm, the City of Bowling Green Human Relations Commission will host the 34th annual tribute to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The event will be held virtually on the City of Bowling Green’s YouTube Live channel.
During this event, the Drum Major for Peace Award will be presented. This award is given to someone who benefits the BG community and exemplifies the teaching and the values of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr—courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility, and service. This year’s recipient is Ryan Wichman.
The tribute will feature keynote speaker Katie Bochi, a NICU Speech-Language Pathologist and active member of the Wood County Plays steering committee. Various musical selections will be performed by Mike Williams on Sax and BGSU Music College Faculty Ariel Kasler.
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SNOW STREETS & SNOW EMERGENCIES
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Snow streets are designated throughout Bowling Green and are marked with blue and white signs. Vehicles parked on a snow street must be removed within 2 hours after a Snow Emergency is declared. If a Snow Emergency is declared overnight, vehicles must be moved by 9AM. Snow Emergencies are typically called for when the City receives 2"+ of snow. Vehicles parked in violation of snow regulations are subject to towing at the owner's expense and/or a citation..... Read More on Snow Emergencies
SNOW EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS
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TWITTER: @cityofbg
LOCAL NEWS SOURCES
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City of Bowling Green | 419-354-6204 | 304 N. Church St. | www.bgohio.org
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