My name is a face among many in Vernon, NJ, who has experienced an alarming surge in electricity bills since Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) installed their new smart meters. I, like many in my community, have seen bills increase as high as 100%. For over a decade living here in Vernon, my summertime bill never exceeded $350. And yet, since JCP&L's new meters were installed, my bill has soared to a staggering $600. This happened in spite of a blackout that lasted over two and a half days.

This sudden, hefty increase isn't just personal - it's a community-wide concern affecting everyone's expenses. JCP&L's smart meters are staggering inefficiencies that seem to further contribute to frequent power outages. It's an issue that needs to be addressed.

We are calling for JCP&L to take down their new inefficient smart meters causing such dramatic bill increases. Additionally, we want the power to choose an alternative supplier in Vernon, NJ, so we can turn to a more reliable company that won’t treat us as cash cows.

Our plea reaches beyond the bounds of our county. It is a precedent we need to set for all communities served by JCP&L, especially those in Sussex, NJ. We deserve efficient power provision and fair billing practices.

Sign this petition to demand that JCP&L address this gross inefficiency and provide reliable services that value their customers. Together, we can spark change.

Remember these meters are not just affecting our pockets but it’s effecting our health too! Look into the many health issues the smart meters are causing! There are many lawsuits on these smart meters going on world wide!