(A) At the option of the utility, all consumers receiving service under the residential and general service shall individually read their meters, as near as practical, on the date specified on the meter reading form furnished by the utility. Such form may be set forth on the utility's monthly electric usage statement.
(B) Should a meter reading not be received from the consumer, the utility will use its best judgment to determine the estimated usage for that billing period.
(C) Bills will be estimated for two readings and if a meter reading is not received for the third month, the utility will read the meter and the consumer shall pay the applicable charge to cover the additional expense involved.
(Ord. 10-85, passed 10-7-85)