Client Testimonials "Both AHPA and the hullers have been extremely impressed by UCM.  The exceptional result achieved speaks to UCM’s unique capability and competence." --- Gene Beach, President, ALMOND HULLERS & PROCESSORS ASSOCIATION     "I would like to give an enthusiastic recommendation of Utility Cost Management LLC for the outstanding work they have performed for the Christian Church Homes of Northern California… It has been my experience that UCM is both highly effective and easy to work with. It is without hesitation that I recommend UCM to other utility customers who want to reduce their utility expenditures.” ---Don Stump, Chief Operating Officer, CHRISTIAN CHURCH HOMES OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA   "UCM was selected by the hospital as part of a statewide program to review utility bills for public agencies. UCM was prompt in keeping me updated on the proceedings as they occurred, and were willing to explain each situation to my satisfaction." --- Winston Offill, Chief Of Plant Operations, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH   "“The Fillmore Center received significant savings with virtually no involvement…It was not only painless to work with UCM, but a pleasure. I would enthusiastically recommend their services.” ---Steve Boyack, General Manager, THE FILLMORE CENTER   "I would not hesitate to recommend UCM's services to others interested in obtaining refunds on their utility charges. I look forward to continuing our work together in the coming months." --- Robert R. Jacobs, Director UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY   "In addition to the outstanding results achieved, UCM has been easy to work with and always willing to 'go the extra mile'. UCM is deserving of my highest praise and commendation." --- Earl Williams, President/CEO, CALIFORNIA COTTON GINNERS ASSOCIATION   "The results of UCM's work have been outstanding... State Fund has been very pleased with UCM's performance. The firm has been professional, responsive, and diligent in dealing with utility companies as well as State Fund personnel. Even though 18 properties were reviewed simultaneously, the project was simple for State Fund because UCM took care of everything, right up to ensuring that we received refund checks timely." --- Jim True, Real Property Manager STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND   "I have been pleasantly surprised by the fact that UCM has been able to deliver these excellent results with only minimal time commitment from my staff and me. UCM has been able to operate independently, while keeping me fully apprised of their progress. UCM's personnel have been courteous and professional in all of our dealings..." --- Steve Randall, Asset Management Vice President - MUTUAL OF NEW YORK REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT   "UCM's cost-saving expertise has directly resulted in a 20% reduction in utility cost on nearly 500 utility accounts serving 75 properties...  Many thanks and my highest compliments go out to UCM!" --- Robert Prettyman, Regional Vice President of Operations, MERCY SERVICES CORPORATION   "We took on this task with trepidation and selected UCM over others because of their professional presentation, flexibility, enthusiasm, and assurances that their review would not create work for our staff. Within four months the process was nearly completed with $300,000.00 in identified refunds and savings. Our experience has been profitable and pleasant." --- Loren Sanborn, Vice President THE JOHN STEWART COMPANY     "I am writing to commend UCM on the excellent service it has performed for Gerawan Farming...UCM stuck to its assurance that the project would not divert me or my staff, and would not disrupt our operations. UCM has been easy to work with, prepared, and diligent and timely in its dealings with Gerawan Farming." --- J. Christopher Faso, Director of Administration GERAWAN FARMING   "The whole process was very easy from our side. We simply gave UCM copies of our bills, and within a month we had a report explaining the errors and refund possibilities. UCM handled everything from gathering additional billing information and dealing with the utilities, to obtaining the refund checks." --- Byrne Finkle, NAT FEINN & SON   "Our organization hired another firm to audit the utility bills for our properties. We received a refund for a billing error over a three-year period. One year later we hired UCM. Their research revealed that the YWCA should have received a refund for an additional 9 years." --- Cecilia S. Katz, Administrator YWCA APARTMENTS, INC.   "The Frances Group has been very pleased by the results of UCM's work-the refunds proved to be a welcome and unexpected source of income to our clients. We also appreciated the fact that UCM delivered on its promise to complete this project without requiring involvement from our personnel, allowing the Frances Group to focus on its day to day property management responsibilities." --- Beth Gibson, President THE FRANCES GROUP   "I have the utmost confidence in UCM's abilities and commitment to providing comprehensive and in-depth analysis of utility company records. I give UCM my highest recommendation to all property owners and managers." --- James G. Johnston, CPM PRIME-PM   "UCM has effected major changes in the way utility companies bill the college. For a minimal investment of the college's time, significant gains have occurred." --- David Seward, Chief Financial Officer HASTINGS COLLEGE OF THE LAW     "I recommend UCM to others who are interested in saving money on utilities with no risk or hassle. CCHC's experience with this company has most definitely been a positive one." --- Cathie Lam, CHINESE COMMUNITY HOUSING CORPORATION   "UCM has exhibited a high degree of professionalism and tact as a representative on our behalf, completes work in a timely and responsive manner and communicates effectively with us as a valued customer without a significant impact to our own staff time." --- Thomas A. Beckett, District Director of Facilities and Planning CONTRA COSTA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT   "UCM has been forthright and responsible in all dealings with not only Rincon Valley Union School District but likewise the City of Santa Rosa." --- Doug Dorman, Chief Business Official RINCON VALLEY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT   "I appreciate the professionalism and attention you gave me when I had inquiries during the project. In addition, your firm's flexibility in addressing our concerns make the entire experience with UCM a positive one." --- Mark Dennis, Regional Property Manager CH PORTFOLIO INVESTORS   "I would enthusiastically recommend UCM to property managers and businesses concerned about operating expenses, and I look forward to continuing to work with you in the future." Deborah Coffman, Manager CATHEDRAL HILL TOWER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION   “UCM exhibited professionalism, tact and persistence in dealing with Southern California Edison to bring about the desired changes to the City’s service. Even though the City has worked closely with utility company representatives in the past, UCM identified many cost-saving measures that had never been considered.” ---Colleen O’Donoghue, CPA, Assistant Finance Director, CITY OF COSTA MESA   “[UCM'S work] was accomplished with virtually no demand on City staff and rather than harming the City's relationship with its utility providers, I suspect that UCM's work has helped foster improved cooperation and responsiveness. Based on my experience, I enthusiastically recommend UCM to other cities and public entities.” ---Glen Everroad, Revenue Manager, CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH   "OK Produce received a specialized and valuable service from UCM that is highly recommended to other firms that are interested in reducing their utility charges.." --- W. Michael Hill, General Manager OK PRODUCE