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Halifax EMC

Capital Credits Returned to Members from 2004

Halifax EMC is proud to announce the return of just over $258,000 in capital credits to members who received electric service during 2004. This return reflects our commitment to the cooperative principle of Members’ Economic Participation, where margins are returned to the people who helped
generate them—our members.

If your capital credit refund is $100 or more, you will receive a check in the mail. For amounts less than $100, the credit will appear on your December electric bill. This approach ensures that all eligible members benefit from the return while minimizing administrative costs.

Capital credits are a hallmark of the cooperative difference. Unlike investor-owned utilities that pay profits to shareholders, Halifax EMC allocates margins back to members based on their electricity usage. These allocations are retained for a period to help fund infrastructure improvements and maintain reliable service. When the cooperative’s financial position allows, the board authorizes a return of these funds to members. This year’s return is a reflection of sound financial management and our continued focus on delivering value to our members.

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