Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) began installation of new digital meters in January throughout their service areas in Orange and Osceola counties. OUC has not identified the meters by their common name, “Smart” meters which have been installed elsewhere in the country.
Residents within the OUC service area also are not aware that these meters, operating on radio frequency with output levels considered and approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), are an “add on” of yet another dosage of radio waves.
OUC Communications Manager, Erica Hodges reports on Friday, March 8 that OUC has changed the requirements for opting out. Now you will no longer be required to submit a doctor’s letter to opt out. But you will be charged an unknown fee.
Attend the March 12th meeting of the OUC Utility Commission and make your voice heard. This monthly meeting starts at 2:00 PM, is located at 100 West Anderson St., 7th Floor, downtown Orlando, 32801. Meters are being installed throughout the service area now, so call OUC customer service at 407-423-9018 with any questions.
