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Fort Leavenworth Frontier Heritage Communities would like to educate residents about the utility conservation program. The following tips can help conserve energy during any season and with any home. It is the residents’ responsibility to practice energy conservation in their homes and FLFHC’s responsibility to provide up-to-date methods on how to minimize utility usage. The goal of this conservation program is to conserve energy without affecting the quality of life.
Conservation tips:
Lights —The most common source of wasted electricity is lighting. Instead of using lights try opening window shades and blinds and let in natural light. Lighting makes up for approximately 5-10 percent of electricity bills.
Vampire electronics — Many home electronics require “standby power,” including battery chargers, internal clocks and sensors. These electronics never power down completely, so an unused phone charger plugged into the wall is essentially wasting energy. Only plug in things that are in use to conserve energy.
Thermostats — Every one degree the thermostat is turned down accounts for two percent off the energy bill. Open blinds and turn heat down during the day, letting the sunlight provide warmth throughout the home. Be sure all doors, including overhead garage doors, and windows are completely shut and secured to keep heat from escaping.
Water — Instead of throwing old pet water down the drain, water a house plant or toss it outside.
For more information on utility conservation visit www.ftleaven-worthfamilyhousing.com.
Super Saver of Month
Congratulations to the Howell family of Santa Fe Village, January’s Super Saver of the Month winners. The Howell family have been dedicated and stand by their commitment to conserve energy making minor adjustments. Small lifestyle changes can make the biggest differences. FLFHC hopes the Howell family can encourage other families to have the same commitment and strive to save natural resources.
Families can nominate themselves for the Super Saver of the Month award by submitting a nomination form along with their most recent utilities statement. Forms can be found online at www.ftleavenworthfamilyhousing .com or obtained at the FLFHC office. All nominations are due by the 25th of every month.
Holiday decorations
Residents are reminded that electrical holiday decorations must be removed within two weeks after the holiday.
Holiday closure
The FLFHC office will be closed Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume Jan. 17.
Slim Down kick-off
Grab a friend and come to the 2012 Slim Down Fort Leavenworth Challenge kick-off event from 6-8 p.m. Jan. 25 at Gruber Fitness Center. Marcy Sedwick, a registered and licensed dietitian from Munson Army Health Center, will give a presentation on diet and healthy eating. For more information or to register, contact Camri Yates at cyates@mmhusa.com.
Valentine card fun
Throughout the month of January, FLFHC is collecting homemade children’s Valentine’s Day cards. Children who want to participate will need to create a homemade card using their imagination and creativity. Any materials can be used, including premade Valentine’s cards as long as they are used in a creative manner with personal touches added.
Children of all ages can enter, the only requirement is the cards must be homemade. Bring cards to the FLFHC office at 549 Kearney Ave. before Jan. 27 to be eligible to win. All cards collected will be displayed in the FLFHC office. Winners will receive a sweet gift and have their creativity published in the FLFHC February newsletter.
Resident meeting
The quarterly resident meeting is at 5 p.m. Feb. 2 in the FLFHC conference room at 549 Kearney Ave.
Valentines cooking class
FLFHC’s first cooking class of the year is 6-8 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Hunt Lodge, presented by Bree Hester of www.BakedBree.com and Mike of Lansing Liquor and Wine. Members of the Fort Leavenworth Community over the age of 21 is invited to attend. Seating is limited, RSVP to Camri Yates at cyates@mmhusa.com.
Don’t forget to stay updated with the latest news and other important information by adding FLFHC on Facebook and following on Twitter. Visit the FLFHC website at www.ftleavenworthfamily-housing.com for downloadable forms and other useful information.
For more information on any FLFHC upcoming events, contact Camri Yates at cyates@mmhusa.com.
Utilities tip
Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs — it really does make a difference on utilities statement. CFLs are slightly more expensive but last much longer and do not produce much heat, making them less of a fire hazard. Read the instructions for proper disposal of the CFL.
Fort Leavenworth Frontier Heritage Communities would like to educate residents about the utility conservation program. The following tips can help conserve energy during any season and with any home. It is the residents’ responsibility to practice energy conservation in their homes and FLFHC’s responsibility to provide up-to-date methods on how to minimize utility usage. The goal of this conservation program is to conserve energy without affecting the quality of life.
Conservation tips:
Lights —The most common source of wasted electricity is lighting. Instead of using lights try opening window shades and blinds and let in natural light. Lighting makes up for approximately 5-10 percent of electricity bills.
Vampire electronics — Many home electronics require “standby power,” including battery chargers, internal clocks and sensors. These electronics never power down completely, so an unused phone charger plugged into the wall is essentially wasting energy. Only plug in things that are in use to conserve energy.
Thermostats — Every one degree the thermostat is turned down accounts for two percent off the energy bill. Open blinds and turn heat down during the day, letting the sunlight provide warmth throughout the home. Be sure all doors, including overhead garage doors, and windows are completely shut and secured to keep heat from escaping.
Water — Instead of throwing old pet water down the drain, water a house plant or toss it outside.
For more information on utility conservation visit www.ftleaven-worthfamilyhousing.com.
Super Saver of Month
Congratulations to the Howell family of Santa Fe Village, January’s Super Saver of the Month winners. The Howell family have been dedicated and stand by their commitment to conserve energy making minor adjustments. Small lifestyle changes can make the biggest differences. FLFHC hopes the Howell family can encourage other families to have the same commitment and strive to save natural resources.
Families can nominate themselves for the Super Saver of the Month award by submitting a nomination form along with their most recent utilities statement. Forms can be found online at www.ftleavenworthfamilyhousing .com or obtained at the FLFHC office. All nominations are due by the 25th of every month.
Holiday decorations
Residents are reminded that electrical holiday decorations must be removed within two weeks after the holiday.
Holiday closure
The FLFHC office will be closed Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume Jan. 17.
Slim Down kick-off
Grab a friend and come to the 2012 Slim Down Fort Leavenworth Challenge kick-off event from 6-8 p.m. Jan. 25 at Gruber Fitness Center. Marcy Sedwick, a registered and licensed dietitian from Munson Army Health Center, will give a presentation on diet and healthy eating. For more information or to register, contact Camri Yates at cyates@mmhusa.com.
Valentine card fun
Throughout the month of January, FLFHC is collecting homemade children’s Valentine’s Day cards. Children who want to participate will need to create a homemade card using their imagination and creativity. Any materials can be used, including premade Valentine’s cards as long as they are used in a creative manner with personal touches added.
Children of all ages can enter, the only requirement is the cards must be homemade. Bring cards to the FLFHC office at 549 Kearney Ave. before Jan. 27 to be eligible to win. All cards collected will be displayed in the FLFHC office. Winners will receive a sweet gift and have their creativity published in the FLFHC February newsletter.
Resident meeting
The quarterly resident meeting is at 5 p.m. Feb. 2 in the FLFHC conference room at 549 Kearney Ave.
Valentines cooking class
FLFHC’s first cooking class of the year is 6-8 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Hunt Lodge, presented by Bree Hester of www.BakedBree.com and Mike of Lansing Liquor and Wine. Members of the Fort Leavenworth Community over the age of 21 is invited to attend. Seating is limited, RSVP to Camri Yates at cyates@mmhusa.com.
Don’t forget to stay updated with the latest news and other important information by adding FLFHC on Facebook and following on Twitter. Visit the FLFHC website at www.ftleavenworthfamily-housing.com for downloadable forms and other useful information.
For more information on any FLFHC upcoming events, contact Camri Yates at cyates@mmhusa.com.
Utilities tip
Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs — it really does make a difference on utilities statement. CFLs are slightly more expensive but last much longer and do not produce much heat, making them less of a fire hazard. Read the instructions for proper disposal of the CFL.
