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🚗⚡ Day 10 of the 12 Days of Public Power! Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is growing, and we’re making sure our community is ready. Make sure to charge your EV off-peak to help us maintain a balanced electric load! #PublicPower ... See MoreSee Less
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🔧 Day 9 of the 12 Days of Public Power! Keeping the grid healthy means ongoing maintenance, including pole replacements, upgrades, and inspections. #PublicPower ... See MoreSee Less
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📋⚡ Day 8 of the 12 Days of Public Power! From upgrades to innovation, we’re always planning ahead for a smarter, more resilient grid. There are always multiple projects underway to improve our system. #PublicPower ... See MoreSee Less
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Here's the next Tuesday Trivia question! Apologies for being a bit late. In Massachusetts, what percentage of homes use electricity as their primary heating fuel? Give us your answer: merrimaclight.com/trivia-tuesday/
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Each question aims to provide information on ways to save energy while also testing your knowledge! Monthly winners will have the $8.95 Customer Charge waived on their next bill. Each monthly winner will be added into a pool for a chance to win $150 off their electric bill! ... See MoreSee Less
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😊 Day 7 of the 12 Days of Public Power! Behind every light switch is a team of folks dedicated to keeping the lights on. Public Power is powered by people working together toward a reliable and sustainable energy future. #PublicPower ... See MoreSee Less
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🎄 Merrimac Holiday Lighting Contest: Voting Goes Live Today at NOON! 🎄
Voting opens at 12:00 PM today, and the best way to vote is to take a drive around town and see the displays in person. We’ve created a Google Map on our website that will guide you to all of the contest entries so you don’t miss a thing.
Grab some coffee, load the map, enjoy the lights, and then cast your votes for your favorites.
Start at noon and access the map and voting here:
Merrimac150.org
Voting ends 12/23 at noon.
Thanks to everyone who entered and to everyone taking the time to tour Merrimac and vote! ... See MoreSee Less
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We have the answer to last week's Trivia Tuesday question! Come back tomorrow for the next question!
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Each question aims to provide information on ways to save energy while also testing your knowledge! Monthly winners will have the $8.95 Customer Charge waived on their next bill. Each monthly winner will be added into a pool for a chance to win $150 off their electric bill! ... See MoreSee Less
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🎁 Day 6 of the 12 Days of Public Power! Rebates are waiting: EVs, heat pumps, chargers, appliances, and more. Check out our website, and remember, federal incentives for energy efficiency upgrades are going away after December 31. #PublicPower ... See MoreSee Less
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Good morning,
Here are some answers to some questions that we've received recently regarding meter replacement:
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💡 Why Is Merrimac Light Department Replacing My Electric Meter?
You may have noticed Merrimac Light Department crews in your neighborhood replacing electric meters. These new meters are Honeywell AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) meters, often called “smart meters.” We want to share why this upgrade matters and what it means for you.
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🔄 Why Are We Upgrading Meters?
Merrimac customers have had AMI meters since 2008. Like all technology, these meters are reaching the end of their useful life. Today’s AMI meters offer improved reliability, stronger communication, and more detailed information that helps both customers and the Light Department manage energy use more efficiently.
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⚡ What Is an AMI Meter?
Before 2008, Light Department employees had to visit every home to read meters - an inefficient, costly, and less environmentally friendly process. The original AMI system allowed us to read meters remotely, saving time and money.
The new Honeywell AMI meters take this a step further by recording electric usage hour by hour. This helps us:
• Improve customer service
• Detect and respond to outages more quickly
• Provide better communication during outages
• Prepare for future rate options like Time-of-Use billing
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⏰ What Is Time-of-Use Billing?
Once all new meters are installed, Merrimac Light Department will have the ability to offer two rate periods:
• Off-peak hours (lower overall demand, lower cost)
• On-peak hours (higher demand, higher cost)
Customers who shift energy use - such as charging electric vehicles or running appliances during off-peak hours - may be able to lower their electric bills.
We are currently collecting data to determine Merrimac’s peak and off-peak time periods. Once this analysis is complete, we will share details and educational materials well in advance so customers can understand how to benefit.
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💰 How Does This Help Control Costs for Everyone?
Merrimac Light Department does not generate electricity—we purchase power and pay for its transmission and delivery. A significant portion of these costs are driven by peak demand, which is the single highest level of electricity use in our community during the year.
By reducing (“shaving”) peak demand, we can lower power and transmission costs for the entire community. We already do this with our on-site generator, and smart meters give us another important tool to manage rising capacity and transmission costs while working to keep rates stable.
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📅 When Will This Happen?
• Meter replacements are underway across town
• All meters are expected to be replaced by the end of 2026
• We will collect one year of usage data to identify peak and off-peak periods
• A pilot program will follow to test the new billing structure and gather customer feedback
• After additional education and outreach, Time-of-Use billing is anticipated to launch around 2028
We appreciate your patience and partnership as we modernize our electric system to better serve Merrimac—today and into the future.
If you have questions, please contact Merrimac Light Department. ... See MoreSee Less
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