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A. B. C. D. CITY OF SAN MARCOS RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ELECTRIC SERVICE Meter Readinq and Billing RegularlY Schedule4 Per~ The city will read its meters at the end of regularly sched- uled periods. When for any reason the periods covered by such readings are substantially greater or less than the regular periods, bills may be computed by prorating on the basis of the regularly scheduled period covered by the meter readings. Estimating ConsumDtion In the event that the scheduled reading of meters is not possible because of inability to gain access to the meter locations, the City will estimate the consumption, and for the periods between actual readings the City will render appropriately marked esti1nated bills for the periods in- volved. The bills so provided shall have the same force and effect as if they were based on actual meter readings, and shall be paid in accordance with the terms of the applicable rate schedule and regulations contained herein under "Pay- ment of Bills". Bills for electric service shall be rendered monthly unless service is rendered for a period less than a month. Bills shall be rendered as promptly as possible following the reading of meters. The customer's bill shall show all the following information: (a) Bills based on meter readings obtained by the City shall show the ending meter read date and the reading of the meter at the beginning and at the end of the period for which the bill is rendered; The number and kind of units metered; (b) (c) The applicable rate schedule title or code; The monthly Power Cost Adjustment charge; (d) (e) The date by which the customer must pay the bill in order to avoid additional billing;