NBU NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 3, 2005

Contact: Gretchen Reuwer, NBU Communications Manager, (830) 629-8486

NBU Board of Trustees approves Care Certificates

NEW BRAUNFELS—Customers searching for unique gifts for birthdays, anniversaries or special occasions have a new option from New Braunfels Utilities. Care Certificates are a great gift idea for those hard-to-buy-for people on your list, as well as those who need help reducing a utility bill, such as a senior citizen, newlywed couple, single parent or college student.

“Many churches, service organizations and generous individuals look for this type of practical gift that directly benefits those less fortunate,” explains Judy Waring, NBU Executive Director of Customer & Employee Services. “A Care Certificate from NBU gives a thoughtful, helpful boost for anyone dealing with a tight budget.”

Those receiving gift certificates can bring them to the NBU Main Office or mail them in with their monthly bill payment. The amount of the certificate is deducted from the bill total. The certificates are available in increments of $25. No additional service or activation fees or costs are charged. The certificates do not have to have the buyer’s name on them, so customers can anonymously help someone in their family, neighborhood, or place of worship.

NBU’s Care Certificates offer timesaving convenience to shoppers who want variety and choice when buying a gift, without facing the crowds at a mall. The certificates will be available for purchase in mid-January from an NBU Customer Service Representative at the Main Office. Customers with questions are welcome to call (830) 629-8400.