Energizer

A statewide newsletter for Citizens of Georgia Power and Company Management November 2012

State President’sMessage

Ashley Koby

Annual Meeting – November 10

Charter Members Recognized

Margaret Cagle, Faye Gray, June Hemby, Eugenie Rogers

Four of the five charter members identified during the year were able to attend and be recognized. These ladies have been active members of Women/Citizens for fifty years! Congratulations!

•Margaret Cagle belongs to the Augusta Chapter. She was a charter member in 1962 in Rome. She served as State President in 1981/82.

•Faye Gray of the Tallulah Falls Chapter is a charter member of that chapter and active since 1962.

•June Hemby of the H L Thomas chapter is a charter member. She was Waycross Charter President in 1962.

•Eugenie Rogers of the Tifton Chapter has been a member of that chapter since 1962.

•Jackie Whitehead, also of Tifton, was not able to attend. She began in Waycross prior to moving to Tifton.

Wow! I can hardly believe this year is almost over. The Annual Meeting in Macon this past weekend was awesome!We had a total attendance of 340 to celebrate our Fiftieth Anniversary. We would have had many, many more but we had one state board member, ten chapter presidents, andfourteen delegates on storm duty in the NE. In addition, wehad delegates who could not attend because they had to hold down the fort for those who were away. A special thanks to all of our employees who helped with this massiveeffort. And thanks to everyone who took care of things backhome.

We had nineteen past state presidents in attendance and it’salways good to be around this group of established leaders.Their dedication and loyalty made the organization what it is today. It’s not too long before I’ll be an “official” member of the PSP Club. They sort of let me hang out with them thisyear. They even let me in the group picture!

I look forward to supporting Josh Stallings next year as heleads our efforts. Josh is a very honorable, dedicated and TALL leader.

Thanks to Paul Bowers and all of the executives andmanagers who attended the meeting and continue to supportour efforts.

Thanks to this year’s state board with whom it has been anhonor to serve. Most of all, thanks to each of YOU. This isyour organization and I have been honored to represent youduring our celebration of “Lighting Up Lives for Fifty Years.”

Best wishes for a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

Executive Support Greatly Appreciated

State President Ashley Koby and the State Board thankedexecutives who took time from their busy schedules to attend the business meeting on Saturday morning. Those attending:•Paul Bowers – President & CEO•Ronnie Labrato – EVP, CFO and Treasurer •Anthony Wilson – EVP, Customer Service & Operations•Mike Anderson – SVP Charitable Giving•Tom Bishop – SVP General Counsel•Walter Dukes – SVP Metro Regions•John Pemberton, SVP Power Generation •Moanica Caston – Diversity & Inclusion Vice President•Lenn Chandler – Northeast Region Vice President•Mike Clanton – Land Vice President•Truitt Eavenson – East Region Vice President•Cathy Hill – Coastal Region Vice President•Gerald Johnson – Customer Service Vice President•Anne Kaiser – Northwest Region Vice President•Jacki Lowe – West Region Vice President•Terri Lupo – South Region Vice President•Greg Roberts – Pricing & Planning Vice President•Ron Shipman – Environmental Affairs Vice President•Thomas Wicker – Central Region Vice President•James Wynn – Corporate Service Vice President•Many plant, area and corporate managers who are chapter sponsors were also in attendance. They were recognized during the Chapter Relationship Chair reports.

Ashley Koby, Karen Bowers, Paul Bowers

Company Executivescongratulated chapters

on their successfulyear.

Mamie K. Taylor Service Award

Winners

The Mamie K. Taylor Service Award is given to recognize chapter members who best exemplify the ideals of the organization. The Award is named in honor of Mamie K. Taylor who was the founder of Women of Georgia Power. Congratulations to the 2012 winners!

Albany Sidney Johnson Americus Staci Prickett Athens Jayson Summers Augusta Brenda Wolfe Bainbridge Bill Powell Brunswick Annabelle Beasley Carrollton April HaleCartersville Vickie Adcock Clayton Ryan WallsColumbus Verlon Quessenberry Conyers Gail Ward Customer Care Center Farrah Brewster Dublin Charlie Scarbrough Effingham Amy Anderson Forest Park Terry Bloodworth Gainesville Allison Zafft General Office Debbie Blackwell Gwinnett Tony Chow H L Thomas Jon Balkcom Heart of GA/Macon Karla Worthy Hinesville/JesupRebecca Cason Jefferson Street Annetta Fugate Kingsland Regina Adkins Metro South Tosha Morell Metro West Cherrise Benham Milledgeville/Plant Branch Jan WomackNorth Fulton Area Jennifer Simon Northwest Mountain Jimmy ThompsonPlant Bowen Drew Blankenship Plant Hammond Rachel Scogin Plant Scherer Krystal Reeves Plant Vogtle Cecilia Dykes Plant Wansley George Walker Plant Yates Dempsey Long Rome Bob Clark Savannah Ryan Poole Savannah Generation Angela Noles South Cobb Kay FarnerStatesboro Gail Johnson Tallulah Falls Barry Brookshire Thomson Carla Cole Tifton Mike Thomas Valdosta Tiffany Thomas Vidalia Pat TaylorWaynesboro Diedra Sims

Relay For LifeAwards

Presented ByExecutive Vice

President Anthony Wilson

This year we had 42 teams, 1120 participants, and raised

$215,414

First PlacePlant Bowen

$23,000

Second PlaceCustomer Care

$22,115

Third PlacePlant Scherer

$18,589

Fourth PlaceGwinnett$10,520

Fifth PlaceSavannah

$8782

CARES Awards Presented

State First Vice President Josh Stallings recognized the top three chapters with the largest increase in servicehours reported over the previous year. The winners were:

First Place - $300 - Cartersville

Second Place - $200 – Plant Hatch

Third Place - $100 – Plant Hammond

Two Chapters – Forest Park and Metro Southwere recognized for having posted over 5000 hours!

CARES goal for this year is 70,000As of October 31, we had posted 65,448

Remember to post hours through theend of the year. Help us meet our goal!

Membership Awards

State Second Vice President Krista Pierce recognized the top three chapters with the largest increase in membershipsince last year. She also recognized the largest chapters.

Largest ChaptersCustomer Care Center 363General Office 265Metro South 191Forest Park 155Gwinnett 154

Increase in Membership

First Place – Plant Hammond

Second Place – Gainesville

Third Place –Plant Scherer

Total Number of Paid Members Oct. 313635

Awards

This year our teams at 13 locations raised

$76,056

First PlacePlant Hammond

$23,522

Second PlacePlant Wansley

$14,819

Third PlacePlant Bowen

$11,100

Host Chapters were General Office, Heart of Georgia/Macon,

Milledgeville/Plant Branch, Thomson

Milledgeville/Plant BranchDelegates

Central Region Vice President Thomas Wickerissued the official welcome.

Delegates from the Heart of GA/Macon Host Chapter

Some of the General Office Hosts

2013 State Board

2013 Theme

President Josh Stallings1st Vice President Krista Pierce2nd Vice President Cheryl DavisRecording Secretary Mary NorrisCorresponding Secretary Allison DicksonTreasurer Sherri KingAssistant Treasurer Edie ScalesChapter Relationship I Gerardo MoralesChapter Relationship II Shane AmmonsChapter Relationship III Rachel BaileyChapter Relationship IV Todd McCawleyEducational Loan Fund John CorneliusElectric Kids Daundra FletcherFamily House Chris D’AndreaLeadership Development Ashley KobyMarketing Amy AndersonOperations Lisa StoneSpecial Events Leah BurchSpecial Projects Bo BraswellParliamentarian Zann HayesState Coordinator Peggy Grubb

(Front row, left to right) Mary Norris, Cheryl Davis, Josh Stallings, Krista Pierce, Allison Dickson(Middle) Peggy Grubb, Leah Burch, Zann Hayes, Daundra Fletcher, Amy Anderson, Lisa Stone, Edie Scales, Sherri King, Rachel Bailey (Back) Gerardo Morales, Ashley Koby, Todd McCawley, Chris D’Andrea, Shane Ammons

Past State President Jason Manley,

Division Manager ofMississippi Power,installed the 2013

State Officers

Past State Presidents Gloria Mize and Peggy Grubbassisted with the installation using a “movie” theme for2013.Here State 2nd V.P. Cheryl Davis is dressed up as a talent scout (looking for members!)

State Presidents In Attendance For Fiftieth Anniversary

Seated (left to right): Mary Ann Beckham, Lucy Harris, Ashley Koby, Delores Lindsey, Margaret Cagle, Carolyn WynensStanding (left to right): Suellen Waddell, Bill Maddox, Angela Gillis, Gloria Mize, Donice Wood, Jason Manley, Zann Hayes, Margaret Logan, Frances McClung, Angie Barnette, Anne Dodson, Eva Suggs, Peggy Grubb, Mamie Mobley

Special thanks to the State Office for their hard work on a successful meeting. (left to right) Zann Hayes, Peggy Grubb, Edie Scales, Sherri King

Past State Presidents’ Friday Night

(left to right)Mary Ann Beckham

Peggy GrubbMargaret Cagle

(left to right)Angela GillisPeggy Grubb

Margaret Logan

On Friday night, thepast state presidents

got together for dinner “on their own”.

A great time was had by all.

The State Board tookan opportunity to

thank Robert Purcellof the H L Thomas

Chapter for his workat the Family House.

Robert and Wanda Purcell

Rome Chapter Raises $3677 forShrine Club’s Transportation Program

The 6TH Annual PowerSHOT Sporting Clays Tournament of the Rome Chapter to benefit the Rome Shrine Clubs Past Presidents Transportation Program was a success and raised $3677! This will help fund the gas and other expenses needed to transport needy children for medical care. Bob Clark chaired the project.

Christine Johnson of the Plant Vogtle Chapter presented Sonya Hughey, units 3 & 4 Human Resources, a check for $2065 for United Way. The money was raised from a chili cook-off, selling hot dogs, sausage dogs and Chick-fil-A biscuits and sandwiches.

Plant Vogtle Chapter SupportsUnited Way With Fundraising

More Scenes From Annual Meeting

Clayton Chapter

Ten members of the Clayton Chapter manned the Habersham Central High School concession stand for their Homecoming game on Friday October 12. Shown left to right: Sharon Goodson, Flint McCullough, Brent Edwards, Mike Van Winkle and Tommy Jordan

Milledgeville/Plant Branch

The Milledgeville/Plant Branch chapter presented a $500 check to Putnam County Middle School to assist them with various projects.  PCMS assists with the “Get Into Energy” camps conducted by Plant Branch which are held in June for rising 8th graders.  Pictured left to right are Alicia Meadows, Jan Womack, CGP officers, Susan Usry, Principal and Fanicia Harris, Assistant Principal.

“I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the members of the Tallulah Falls Chapter, Citizens of Georgia Power, for their valuable contribution to our annual BBQ. Your participation and assistance was instrumental in making this the best event in my memory.  The spirit of cooperation and genuine caring were the fuel that ignited all of our employees to participate. You are all truly “Citizens Wherever You Serve” and we are all better for your efforts. The employees of North Georgia Hydro thank you and I thank you!”   Barry Brookshire, Plant Manager

Northwest Mountain Chapter

Members of the Northwest Mountain Chapter spenttwo weekends volunteering at the Annual Apple Festival in Ellijay. The attendance this year was around 60,000. The chapter distributed 4,000 CFL’salong with Energy Efficiency literature.

Tallulah Falls ChapterSupports North Georgia Hydro’s

Annual Barbecue

Members of the Tallulah Falls Chapter volunteered 191 hoursworking on preparation and the actual event on October 20.Members conducted games, assembled goodie bags, cookedand handled clean-up for the annual event. Below are thecomments from the plant manager:

South Cobb Chapter Donates $2500

To Educational Loan FundThe new South Cobb Chapter and their

sponsor Tony Tramonte, Plant McDonough Manager, secured a $2500 donation to the Educational Loan Fund from site rental for

a movie. In lieu of rental, Mr. Tramonte requested a donation to ELF. Thanks to him

and the chapter for thinking of our charity.

General Office – Chili Cook-Off

For the October meeting, the General Office Chapter held theFirst Annual Chili Cook-Off at Corporate Headquarters on October 24. It was a beautiful, crisp fall day, and over 130employees enjoyed the event held outside in the pavilion. There were twelve entries. Judges for the event were:• Mike Anderson, Sr. Vice President, Charitable Giving• Moanica Caston, Diversity & Inclusion Vice President• Mike Clanton, Land Vice PresidentThe admission ticket entitled you to a varsity hotdog, tasting of as many chilies as you liked, chips, cookie, and drink. Allproceeds will be donated to the Lighthouse Retreat which provides summer beach outings for children with cancer andtheir families. Past State President Angela Gillis (Ms. Red Hot Chili Pepper) served as the Mistress of Ceremonies.

Mike Clanton judges

People’s Choice Award waswon by John Frost – shownwith Angela

Third Place WinnerZac Williams

SecondPlace

JenniferHorton

First PlaceJennifer Swann-Moody

with Angela

Plant Bowen’sCAN Hunger Drive

Plant Bowen kicked off theirCAN Hunger Drive on Oct. 31.The drive will last through Nov. 16. On the first day, theycollected $700 in cash along with a large box of canned food.

TariWhiteman

as“The CAN”

As part of the World Hunger Month, the North Fulton Area Chapter collected over 130 lbs of food to help CAN HUNGER! Brian Kenady and William Canady delivered a barrel of supplies to the North Fulton Community Charities in Roswell and Chris D'Andrea delivered a box full of supplies to the Community Assistance Center in Sandy Springs. North Fulton Community Charities is a leader in North Fulton offering assistance to over 5,000 families annually. The Community Assistance Center responds to requests for emergency assistance from neighbors in need and provides assistance to individuals and families in the North Fulton area. Both charities were very pleased and thankful for the generosity shown by the North Fulton Area Chapter!

North Fulton Area Chapter

28 volunteers from the Gwinnett Chapter worked a total of 86 hours to collect 2194 pounds of food for their donation to Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry, a food co-op which serves the Lawrenceville and Dacula areas. Four events were held by the chapter, two food drives at the Kroger at River Exchange, employee food drives at the Duluth and Lawrenceville offices, and a Can Hunger service project held in conjunction with the October 16 membership meeting. The Lawrenceville Co-Op is very appreciative of Georgia Power’s support and donations.

Gwinnett Chapter Collects 2194Pounds of Food as they work to

“CAN” Hunger

Plant Hatch Chapter Supports theShriners’ Hospital for Children

Tonia Williams of the Plant Hatch Chapter presents acheck for $2500 from the chapter’s matching funds toPotentate Mike Stanley for the Shriners’ Hospital forChildren.

Milledgeville/Plant Branch ChapterSupports Plant Branch for the

Renew Our Rivers Project

Members of the Milledgeville/Plant Branch Chapter joined Plant Branch employees for the Renew Our Rivers project on October 17. The chapter purchasedand provided T-shirts for all participants and the localAmbassadors chapter cooked lunch. The group also had participation from middle school students of JohnMilledge Academy. There were 125 volunteers.

Heart of GA/Macon Collected2821 Lbs. for CAN Hunger

The Heart of Ga/Macon Chapter coordinated a friendly competition among departments which willbenefit the local food bank by collecting 2821 poundsof canned food (some shown below).