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• First, it’s fast: when you pay online, we credit your payment to your TCEC account as soon as we receive authorization from your credit-card company—which is usually right away.
• Second, you know we’ve received your payment and when.
• Third, it’s easy: you can pay your bill any time with just a few clicks of your mouse.
• And fourth, it’s secure: with electronic payment, your check never will get lost in the mail.

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Yes. If you try to use our pay-online system and cannot, please contact customer service. To be on the safe side, we suggest you leave yourself time to pay your bill as you usually would when you first try our pay-online service.

Generally, we credit your payment to your account immediately.

Yes. You will receive your bill every month so that you can see how much energy you used and what payment is due.

Each time you long on to our pay-online page, we ask you whether you’d like to charge your current bill to the credit-card number we have on file for you. If you’d like to use a different card, just fill in the new card type, account number, expiration date, and any other new information.

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Secure automated payment line - 855.864.5640 Effective March 4, we transitioned from member service representatives taking phone payments to more secure methods.  *Please be aware, when using the secure automated payment line, members will need to set up a pin number on first use.

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Attention AutoPay Members: If you previously enrolled in AutoPay using a credit card, you will need to re-enroll after registering through MyTriCountyTX.

Locate your account number and click the button to register. You must have a valid email address to register. Members previously registered through TCEC Connect will need to create a new account on MyTriCountyTX.

Sign up for paperless billing, set up account alerts, and enroll in AutoPay. You can change these settings at any time. All members enrolled in credit card AutoPay or paperless billing prior to March 4, 2024, will need to re-enroll in these services.

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ATTENTION Auto Pay Members

If you were previously set up on autodraft with your credit card, you will need to enroll in Auto Pay in MyTriCountyTX to continue automatic payments.

If you were enrolled in autodraft with your checking or savings account, you will not be impacted and payments will continue to process automatically.

RE-REGISTERING ACCOUNT

• Register your account in our new MyTriCountyTX system. You can register through the Web Portal or register through our Mobile App.
• After registering your account use the web portal or mobile app to re-setup Auto Pay on your account.

AUTO PAY SETUP (WEB PORTAL)

• Log in to MyTriCountyTX web portal.
• From the home screen click on Billing & Payments menu.
• From the Billing & Payments screen click on the Auto Pay Program sub-menu.
• Click on Sign Up for Auto Pay and follow the instructions on the screen.

AUTO PAY SETUP (MOBILE APP)

• Log in to the mobile app.
• From the main screen click on Bill & Pay at the bottom of the screen.
• Tap on the Auto Pay Program sub-menu and follow the instructions on the screen.
• If you have questions or experience any issues we are here to help. You can contact us with your questions.

Register now for MyTriCountyTX for easy access to:

Alerts & Notifications:  Set up custom usage notifications and other account alerts to stay in the know as you go.

Paperless Billing:  Say goodbye to storing stacks of paper. Use MyTriCountyTX to sign up for paperless billing so you can access your bill at any time from anywhere.

Easy Payments:  Easily pay your bill trhough MyTriCOuntyTX with just a few clicks, or sign up for AutoPay to never miss a payment.

*All members enrolled in credit card AutoPay or paperless billing prior to March 4, 2024, will need to re-enroll in these services.

FAQs: Setting Up MyTriCountyTX

You can find your account number on a billing statement.

You can also contact Member Service at 817.444.3201 for assistance. 

You may choose how you receive notifications from MyTriCountyTX (email or SMS) by updating your notifications preferences.

• Log in to your MyTriCountyTX account
• Click on "Notifications"
• Click Manage Contacts to add or change email address and phone numbers
• Enter verification code to activate
• Click on Manage Notifications to set up SMS and email alerts

You can save bank account and/or credit/debit card information for future one-time payments.

On the website:

• Click My Profile
• Click on Manage My Stored Payment Accounts and follow instructions

On the app:

• Select Settings
• Select Stored Payment Accounts and follow instructions

Auto Pay allows you to pay your monthly bill through an automated draft from your bank account or credit card at no extra charge. By enrolling in Auto Pay, you authorize the withdraw of funds from your selected account to pay your monthly bill on the due date.

How to sign up on the website:

• Click on Billing & Payments
• Click on Auto Pay Program
• Click on Sign Up for Auto Pay and follow instructions

How to sign up on the app:

• Select Bill & Pay
• Select Auto Pay Program and follow instructions

Signing up for paperless billing is an option for your convenience; it is not required. If you do not sign up for paperless billing in MyTriCountyTX, you will continue to receive a monthly bill in your mail.

When we upgraded our systems, those who were previously enrolled in paperless billing were not able to be carried over, so while we understand it’s inconvenient, we do appreciate your understanding of having to enroll again.

You can choose to participate in paperless billing, which sends bill statements to the email address on your account. You will no longer receive a copy of your bill in the mail.

Here's how to change your preference to participate in paperless billing:

• Click on My Profile
• Click on Update My Paperless Settings.
• Choose your paperless preference
• Select Paperless Billing

You can view your energy use through the MyTriCountyTX web portal and mobile app.

• Click My Usage
• Select My Usage
• then select Usage Explorer
• Select the Energy Use icon to view your energy use.

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Yes. All critical information is encrypted in every transaction run and no personal information is stored on your phone or tablet.

Mobile devices do offer you the ability to store your login information for apps installed on the device. If you choose to store your login information, any person who has access to your mobile device can access your account.

Both platforms are part of our online account management system for members.

Both the web version and mobile app allow you to securely access their account information, change your personal information, manage notifications, update stored payment methods, view bills and payment history, and make payments.

The free, secure mobile app is available to download and install on mobile devices and tablets.

No. You can take advantage of all the features of MyTriCountyTX or you can use one of our other payment methods.

Yes. MyTriCountyTX shows all of your accounts, along with the amounts due for those accounts. You may make a payment to a single account or multiple accounts from both the website and mobile app.

The information you see in the app and on the website is shown in real-time. Energy usage is updated daily with the previous day's information.

However, if you keep your app or web version open for an extended time, you should refresh the page by selecting a new option in order to ensure the information is current.

Please know that throughout this communication process, we will never call or email you to ask for credit card numbers, bank account routing numbers or any other type of personal information.

If you do receive such communication from someone claiming to be a our employee, please report it to us.

You will be able to view your energy use on the website and app.

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Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative is a power distribution company in USA. The registered office is located in :

HomeWorks, 7973 E. Grand River, Portland, MI 48875

Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative email contact: [email protected]

Website: http://www.homeworks.org/content/our-service-area-co-ops-we-work

The closest agency for Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative is HomeWorks, 3681 Costabella Ave., Blanchard, MI 49310

Activate your account with Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative

You are moving and wish to activate your account with Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative? It’s simple. Call Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative by dialing and give :

• Your exact address (apt. no., street no., street name, city/town, zipcode).
• Date of required activation.

Speak with a customer service agent

Do you have a question related to a commercial issue? Call the Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative customer service by dialing . They can help you with questions such as you bill, rates, or the terms of your contract.

Phone number: 1-800-848-9333 / 1-877-999-3395

Emergency phone: 1-800-848-9333

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When you activate your line and create an account in your name, Home Works Tri County Electric Cooperative may ask you to pay your bills by several options:

• By automatic account transfer.
• Check sent by mail.
• Credit or debit card by telephone.
• Cash or card at an authorized payment office.

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Contact Us By Phone: Customer Service: 1-800-562-8232 Outages and Service Emergencies: 1-800-848-9333

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You may pay using Visa, Mastercard, Discover or an e-check. 

In 2007, Tri-County EMC began charging a 2.45% convenience fee for credit card transactions and a $0.60 fee for e-check transactions.  This convenience fee allows our membership to make real-time convenient payments outside of normal business hours, over the phone, and through the internet.

To log on to your account for the first time, you will need the password which will be printed on your bill statement. If you have previously logged in to your account and we have your email address on file, you may have your password hint emailed to you. Otherwise, you will need to have your password hint emailed to you by contacting a Tri-County EMC Customer Service Representative at 478.986.8100.

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Who is HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative

About HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative: HomeWorks is a rural electric distribution cooperative that serves 26,000 meters in parts of 13 counties, from Jackson to Clare, in mid-Michigan. We are owned and controlled by the people we serve. We also have a for-profit subsidiary that provides pr... Read More

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HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative's headquarters is at 7973 E Grand River Ave, Portland, Michigan.

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The official website of HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative: homeworks.org.

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The revenue of HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative is $50Million - $100Million.

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The SIC code for HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative is 4911. The SIC Industry means Electric Services.

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The NAICS code for HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative is 2211. This code means Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution.

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There are 51-100 people at HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative.

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HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative can be distinguished as a private company.

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HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative was founded in 1937.

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About Homeworks Tri-County

H omeworks Tri-County serves 17 counties and is considered an electricity cooperative. The provider has a total of 26 , 552 customers. There are 22 , 624 residential customer accounts, 3 , 736 commercial customers and 192 industrial customer accounts. On average, Homeworks Tri-County's customers spend 17.77 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. Luckily, this is 5.34% below Michigan's average rate of 18.77 cents, which ranks the company 45th lowest for average electricity price out of 60 suppliers in Michigan. They sold 377 , 068 megawatt hours by way of retail sales in 2022. The electricity sourced by the company is made up primarily of megawatt hours they procured by way of the wholesale market. Of the electricity sourced whole purchased made up 100.00% . Their total revenue for 2022 from electricity related activities was $ 58 , 422 , 000 , with $ 57 , 530 , 200 from retail sales to end users.

T he average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer of Homeworks Tri-County is $ 137.98 per month. The provider is not associated with any electricity generation plants and all of the power that they sell to their customers must be purchased from other companies.

Homeworks Tri-County Net Metering

N et metering is accessible to consumers of Homeworks Tri-County. Net metering makes solar panel installation more economically feasible as it gives the ability for individuals to sell electricity back into the grid.

Energy Loss

E nergy loss is simply part of the process when working with electricity transmission. Homeworks Tri-County currently averages a loss of about 5.56% of the total electricity they transmit. Homeworks Tri-County's energy loss levels leave them with a rank of 22nd best out of the 56 providers that operate in Michigan and report energy loss and 1013th best out of 3518 in the United.

Homeworks Tri-County Rate & Electric Bills

Homeworks Tri-County residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June .

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Homeworks Tri-County Overview

• Company Type: Cooperative
• Headquarters: 7973 East Grand River Avenue Portland, Michigan 48875 United States of America
• CEO: Chris O'Neill

Homeworks Tri-County Contact

• Website: www.homeworks.org
• Customer Service Phone: (800) 562-8232

Homeworks Tri-County Service

• Rates & Plans: www.homeworks.org
• Outage Map: ebill.homeworks.org
• Outage Phone: (800) 848-9333
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• Barryton, MI
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• Charlotte, MI
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• Stockbridge, MI
• Sunfield, MI
• Vermontville, MI
• Westphalia, MI
• Woodland, MI

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Customers of Homeworks Tri-County pay, on average, a monthly bundled bill of $137.98.

What is the phone number for Homeworks Tri-County?

You can reach Homeworks Tri-County by phone via (800) 562-8232.

What cities does Homeworks Tri-County offer service to?

Homeworks Tri-County serves 42 cities in the United States including Michigan.

How many counties does Homeworks Tri-County provider electricity in?

There are 17 counties that receive at least some electricity coverage by Homeworks Tri-County.

Who is the CEO of Homeworks Tri-County?

The current CEO of Homeworks Tri-County is Chris O'Neill.

What is the average bundled electricity rate for Homeworks Tri-County customers?

Homeworks Tri-County's current average bundled electricity rate is 17.77 cents per kilowatt hour (¢/kWh), compared to the average Michigan bundled rate of 18.77 cents and the average US rate of 15.68 cents.

UC regents order UCLA to pay $10 million annually in ‘Calimony’ for three years

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The University of California regents on Tuesday ordered the school to pay conference rival California a maximum $10-million annual subsidy for leaving the Pac-12, but in a temporary triumph for UCLA , for only half of the previously proposed period .

By a vote of 7-1, the regents’ special committee on athletics endorsed the plan for UCLA pay Cal for each of the next three years — instead of six — because of a projected $50-million-per-year disparity in the schools’ athletic revenue with UCLA joining the Big Ten Conference.

The regents said they intended to revisit the payment amount halfway through UCLA’s six-year contract with the Big Ten that ends in 2029-30. They also agreed that any change in revenue or expenses for UCLA or Cal exceeding 10% of the 2024-25 figures would trigger immediate discussions to adjust the payment amount.

The measure still has to be approved by the full board of regents Thursday, though that’s expected to be a formality.

UC president Michael V. Drake had recommended that UCLA make the $10-million payment through the full duration of the school’s Big Ten contract. The eight-figure payment the regents approved represented the high end of the $2-million-to-$10-million range they discussed in December 2022 as part of their efforts to help close the gap in athletic revenue between the schools.

Regent Keith Ellis, who represented the lone dissenting vote, said during the open session held at UC Merced that the payments set an unwarranted precedent.

“We historically haven’t done anything like this,” Ellis said, “where we take from one campus and give to another, playing, I guess, Robin Hood.”

It’s likely that college sports will look vastly different by the time the regents revisit UCLA’s subsidy. Athletes could soon be considered employees of their universities with revenue-sharing agreements in place that drastically alter the way athletic departments operate.

“The landscape is so turbulent,” Cal chancellor Carol Christ said. “We’re going to have very difficult choices ahead.”

UCLA is being forced to pay the subsidy known as “Calimony” after announcing in June 2022 that it was leaving the Pac-12 alongside USC for the Big Ten and a far more lucrative media-rights deal starting this August. Oregon and Washington subsequently decided to join their Southern California counterparts in the Big Ten, further contributing to the dissolution of the Pac-12.

Cal later agreed to join Stanford and Southern Methodist as part of an expanded Atlantic Coast Conference while taking a reduced share of the conference’s media-rights deal.

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UCLA, which was represented at the regents meeting by athletic director Martin Jarmond, is expected to make roughly $60 million a year in media-rights revenue compared to only around $11 million for Cal during its first seven years of ACC membership. The Golden Bears will receive larger percentages of conference revenue over the next two years before getting a full share in Year 10.

Critics of the “Calimony” payments that will total at least $30 million feel UCLA is being unfairly punished for seeking the best deal to secure its own future as part of a rapidly changing college sports landscape. Should the Bruins bear the responsibility for being proactive, not to mention a more coveted commodity than the Golden Bears?

Student regent Merhawi Tesfai, a UCLA graduate student who is seeking master’s degree in social welfare and public policy, said he could not support the maximum payment for an indefinite period given the inevitable collapse of the Pac-12.

“I think we’re essentially hurting UCLA as they go to a more competitive conference,” Tesfai said, “on top of the impacts that have been put on Berkeley going to the ACC.”

A $10-million annual payment could put UCLA at a competitive disadvantage in its new conference, particularly when it’s added to a yearly tab as high as $10.32 million that the school has committed to spending on enhanced nutrition, mental health and academic tutoring for athletes in addition to more chartered flights to mitigate travel challenges.

The subsidy also represents a setback for an athletic department that has run up $167.7 million in debt since the 2019 fiscal year, spurring the move to the Big Ten that will provide value beyond the media-rights deal. UCLA also is expected to receive a larger share of College Football Playoff revenue as well as more money from NCAA tournament distributions based on the Big Ten’s recent success in both events.

Now some of that money will be headed to Berkeley, which faces its own massive deficit. Christ said her school’s athletic department was using a five-pronged approach to improve its bottom line by centralizing athletic scholarships in the financial aid office; raising a $100-million endowment for Olympic sports; increasing the revenues generated from Memorial Stadium via more income-producing events; dissolving some funds functioning as endowments and increasing the takeout of athletic endowments to the maximum; and using the UCLA subsidy.

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South chicago church honors fallen soldiers amid push to refurbish vietnam war mural.

“On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember and give thanks to those who have given their lives in the service of our country,” the Rev. Steve Niskanen said, opening the program with a prayer. “When the need was greatest, they stepped forward and did their duty to defend the freedoms that we enjoy.”

The ceremony, which included a visit to South Chicago’s Vietnam Memorial across the street from the parish and a wreath-laying by the families of soldiers, came as several local organizations are raising money to refurbish the mural on the site of the memorial.

The Southeast Side Vietnam Veterans and the South Deering American Legion Post 1238 are working with Ald. Peter Chico, 10th, to secure $100,000 to repaint the mural. The groups also want to refurbish the portraits of the 12 fallen soldiers at the top of the mural.

Fred Carrizales, a Vietnam War veteran who has been involved in efforts to refurbish the mural, said preserving and honoring the community’s history is incredibly important to him.

He said pride in service runs deep in South Chicago, and honoring service is a tradition that his father and grandfather raised money for before him. South Chicago is often overlooked, he said, which means the community looks after and honors itself.

“As a Vietnam War veteran, I just want to remember them,” Carrizales said. “The fellas up there walked the streets with me. We played baseball together, we went to school together, we went to church together, we graduated together. We pull together as a community to honor them.”

According to the Chicago History Museum, the parish is believed to have experienced the largest loss of life of any church in the United States during the Vietnam War. The neighborhood hosts an event to remember the fallen soldiers in the community twice a year –– once for Memorial Day and once on Veteran’s Day.

Chico said that because of that history he has made renovating the mural a priority and has been meeting with a task force in the community for about a year.

“Well before I was born, and well before I became the alderman, this South Chicago community made a commitment to never forget the men who lost their lives in Vietnam,” Chico said. “We told the families we will never forget. We told the families we have their back.”

Chico and his partners announced Sunday that the Home Depot has committed to providing $25,000 dollars in supplies for the mural. The team is still raising money to pay artists and announced a GoFundMe to be set up later this week.

Monica Rodriguez has lived in South Chicago her entire life and always attends these memorial events, she said. At 63, she lives in the same house she grew up in, just a block away from the church.

She said it’s touching to see such a concerted effort to remember veterans. Rodriguez’s brother lost his arm in Vietnam, she said, and as she gets older she worries the community will forget about stories like his. She said the push for a renovation has shown her that’s not possible.

“Whenever we’re gonna forget them, we can’t. They’re on the wall,” Rodriguez said. “All of these guys that are up there, they never came home. That generation, their bond, it’s now up to their kids and grandkids to keep it alive.”

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