During the month of October, the City of Douglas will be offering several promotions for their customers. Throughout the month, activities will be designed to educate and show appreciation for Douglas customers. Customer Appreciation Month will be held the entire month of October. Customers are encouraged to register for a $100 credit on their utility account that one lucky customer will win at a drawing on Friday, October 26, 2018 at City Hall. City of Douglas customers will have the opportunity to enjoy free popcorn and water each Friday. For more information about the 311/Customer Care Center or the Customer Service Division please dial 311 or call 384-3302.
The Douglas Utilities Department will be promoting Natural Gas Month throughout the month of October. In preparation for the cooler months, customers can call and schedule a free pilot lighting – this is a savings of $10. For more information about Natural Gas month, please call 912-389-3427. Public Power week will be held Oct. 7 – 13, 2018.
During this week, customers are encouraged to “thank a lineman” and to become more educated about the utility services that are provided by Douglas Utilities. For more information, dial 311 or 912-384-3302.
The Douglas Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA during Fire Prevention Week, October 7-13, 2018, to spread awareness of testing smoke alarms. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is “Look, Listen, Learn: Be Aware, Fire Can Happen Anywhere” The purpose of the theme is to focus on the importance of being aware of surroundings and the possibility of fire at any place and any time. Fire education programs will be offered for all ages through fire prevention presentations in the schools, daycares, and other places of business. Customers can register at City Hall for a drawing that will be held on October 26, 2018 for free smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.
Tune in to local radio stations for trivia questions each day. Through these educational, family-oriented activities, residents can learn more about the importance of smoke alarms and fire safety, as well as the power of fire prevention. For more information about fire prevention week, call 912-384-4815.