Q: To forecast Entex: We have a database that contains the citygate volumes by day, with the low and high temps for each day. When we get a weather report for the new day, we enter the projected low temp and the spread into the file. The database is sorted by that information with a +/- 2 degrees on the temps, and provides an average volume for that criteria. (For example: With temps of 40-60, the sort would produce a list of the volumes pulled for each day with a low of 38 to 42 degrees and a temperature spread of 20 to 22 degrees. An average is then calculated from that volumetric data. In this case, the average is calculated to 259,000 Mmbtu.) Upon calculating the average, we then apply information we obtain through daily business and adjust that estimate. Things to consider: if weather is cloudy or sunny, wet or dry; wind chill; Entex's obligation on Midcon; Entex's recent operating procedures; Entex takes versus our prior estimates (have we been under or overestimating volumes each day), etc. Additionally, since we only see about 30% of the meters, we apply a factor to estimate the remaining 70%. If we have an unaccounted volume for a few days that is fairly consistent (and we have determined that the ua4 has not been caused by something else), we may adjust the factor to bring the estimates more in line. Let me know if you have any questions. Daren
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Q: Greetings: Attached is the draft. I've attempted to capture everyone's comments. The only piece that is not likely to go this evening is the piece providing comments on the Governor's specific proposals. That will likely go first thing tomorrow morning. You'll note that only one of the Governor's proposals currently has any comments attached to it. Comments on the Governor's proposals are appreciated. The remainder of the materials will go to the Governor's staff later this evening; so any and all comments on those portions are welcomed and appreciated. Thanks to all for the assistance, particularly in light of the holiday. Best,
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Q: Hi, I just came across following discussion on Economics that provides an interesting insight. Economic philosophies explained in terms of two cows: Socialism - You have two cows. You give one to your neighbor. Communism - You have two cows. The government takes both and gives you milk. Fascism - You have two cows. The government takes them both and sells you the milk. Capitalism - You have two cows. You sell one and buy a bull. Bureaucracy - You have two cows. The government takes them both, shoots one, milks the other, pays you for the milk , then pours it down the drain. Corporate - You have two cows. You downsize one, then require the other one to produce the milk of four cows, then act surprised when it falls dead. Democracy - You have two cows. You are taxed to the point where you have to sell them both so that the government can support a man in a foreign country who has one cow, which was a gift from your country. Hope you enjoyed. Inja Chun
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Q: Suzanne: Just saw the org chnages memo. Seems like alot has been going on. Would you mind mailing the memo and charts to me? For some reason, our computer does not print out charts. How are you doing? I'm doing great although I wish we knew who our next president is going to be. I played tennis with Elizabeth Sager yesterday. She is really good and I hope we get to play more. I'll give you a call maybe later today or tomorrow. Take care.
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