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Cochrane Lake Gas Co-op was incorporated in 1972 when our founding directors:
Garnet Ovans, Bert Powlesland, John Pawson & Don Edge had the desire to bring natural gas to the rural community at a reasonable cost. In forming a “Co-op” the cost is shared by all of its members and also benefits all of its members. Cochrane Lake Gas Co-op has approximately 2300 members in it's franchise. Our franchise covers from the west of Ghost Lake to the forestry boundary on the west side of Cremona, west side of Carstairs, west side of Crossfield, south to the northern side Cochrane town limits. Important Information
Cochrane Lake Gas is pleased to announce the coming of paperless billing. If you are interested in receiving your bills via Email. Please call the office at 403-932-2707 to advise of your email address or click link to complete form. Click here to send us your information.
Please fax pre authorized withdrawal form and Voided cheque to 403-932-2911 for processing.
Automatic withdrawals are taken from your account on the 16th of every month.
If the 16th falls on a weekend, processing will be the following business day.
METER READING are still required by the 5th of every month and can be emailed to :
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fax to: 403-932-2911
Phoned to the office: 403-932-2707 anytime.
Please click here to download the Pre Authorized Withdrawal Form
SUPERNET Cochrane Lake Gas Co-op with a number of other co-ops & municipalities have teamed up to form CORRIDOR COMMUNICATIONS INC. – “Alberta’s Wireless Network – Connecting Communities” This is a province wide venture for Alberta’s answer to rural internet service to connect the last mile of high speed internet. Current test trials are being conducted in Cypress Hills and also in Water Valley. These tests are going extremely well, testing state of the art equipment and WiMax technology. Cochrane Lake Gas Co-op anticipates servicing their franchise area within 2010. Rates are competitive to provide not only high speed internet but can also include telephone and voice override on a secured licensed site. Competitive rates will provide high speed internet service on a licensed secure network; with voice and video services to follow in the future. Keep posted for updates and results of the trials as they are released. Please view their website by clicking here. Suggestion - Please remember to read your meter on the last day of every month. Readings can be taken 5 days before or 5 days after, the last day of the month ( example - December 26, 27,28, 29, 30 or January 1,2,3,4,& 5)
If the co-op does not receive a reading for 2 consecutive months; we must receive a meter reading on or before the 30th of the 3rd month. The failure to provide a meter reading will result in a member of our service personnel driving to your location, recording the meter reading and a charge of $50 will appear on your account for this service.
Payments can be made by cheque, direct debit, on line banking, any financial institution, telephone banking, automatic withdrawal and of course cash. Please allow ample time for payment to reach our office. Online banking and financial institutions require 48 hours to process, they also do not forward meter reading information. Please phone, fax or email your readings.
CONSTRUCTION SEASON:
Please Call Before You Dig! Alberta 1st Call 1-800-242-3447
Gas line depths vary considerably from initial installation and erosion of soil or landscaping. Please allow 2 full working days for marking.
The safety of all individuals is at risk; explosions, fires, injury, property damage or loss of life. This is a NO CHARGE SERVICE. Cost of repairing cut lines & associated costs are the responsibility of the member. New Services: Contracts for 2010 Construction will be accepted to SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2010. Construction can not be guaranteed in 2010 after that date. SECONDARY SERVICES:
Please call for a quote if you require gas lines for: shops, garages, out buildings or primary alterations from the original gas line.
Jared Croft – Construction Manager 403-932-2707
CONTRACTS All Contracts must be signed as stated on land titles. Contracts need to be signed & witnessed in person at an orientation meeting of approximately 20 minutes which highlights the history, obligations of the co-op and requirements from our members, franchise area and any updates on co-op activities. NEW SERVICES:
RURAL CONSTRUCTION 2010
$5,303.50 ($5050 Contract + GST $242.50 +$1 Membership Fee ) URBAN CONSTRUCTION 2010 – Monterra on Cochrane Lakes
$4243.00 ($4040 Contract + GST $202.00 + $1 Membership FeePlus ) Construction costs include: service, equipment, pipe, fittings, construction, installation of regulator and meter to your property. PROPERTY TRANSERS:
A transfer fee of $300 covers but is limited to our serviceman reading the initial and last reading of the property transfer date, vehicle expense, administration time & costs related to land title transfers. RENTAL PROPERTY:
Cochrane Lake Gas Co-op holds the contract with the property owner who is responsible for their tenants. It is the responsibility of the member to provide the renter with the monthly charges.
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