Director election results and historic firsts

Thank you to all the members who participated in our 2025 Director Election. Member engagement is a cornerstone of our cooperative model and we are grateful to everyone who cast a ballot and took part in shaping the future of Southeastern Indiana REMC.

During our Virtual Annual Meeting, which was held live on Facebook on May 19, we announced that all incumbent directors were re-elected. Jesse McClure will continue to serve District 4, Melissa Menchhofer will represent District 5, and Casey Menchhofer will retain her seat for District 9. This year, a total of 2,596 ballots were cast out of 24,068 eligible members, resulting in a 10.79% voter turnout. We appreciate the members who took the time to vote and help carry on the cooperative tradition of democratic control.

Following the meeting, the Southeastern Indiana REMC Board of Directors held its reorganizational session to elect new officers for the coming term. Melissa Menchhofer was elected president, Mike Thieman was selected as vice president, Casey Menchhofer will serve as treasurer, and Vince Moster was chosen as secretary.

This year marks a historic milestone for SEI REMC. Melissa Menchhofer’s election as board president makes her the first woman in our cooperative’s history to hold this leadership role. It is a meaningful step forward and a reflection of the strength and dedication she brings to our organization.

As we celebrate these milestones and transitions, we look ahead with optimism and a renewed sense of purpose. Our board remains committed to responsible governance, community-driven leadership and delivering reliable, innovative service to all members across our cooperative.