The meeting was opened by Chairman Steve AmRhein, and Brian Scheidler kept the minutes of the meeting. All board members were present. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employees Matt Raver, Crystal Greathouse, Jeanne Loechle and Sam Ruf. Jason Barnhorst moved to approve the agenda. Dale Wernke seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously…. Continue reading.
A team of Noble REMC linemen competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 24–25 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. Linemen competed in events that tested skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue and safely changing electric line hardware. A total of… Continue reading.
Most people get interested in electrical engineering as they make their way through high school. Noble REMC CEO and President Ron Raypole learned firsthand working for a cabinet company (of all places) during college, when the owner asked him to help him wire a house. He started reading, learning and working with his hands —… Continue reading.
One works outdoors to maintain our lines; the other works in our office to plan for the future of our lines. Noble REMC welcomes Sawyer Yoder as our newest right-of-way crew member and Everett Stangland as our system engineer. Yoder, a resident of Columbia City, started at the co-op in May and has enjoyed being… Continue reading.
Congratulations to Noble REMC Director Rick Robertson, who recently received the highest director certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) — the Director Gold Credential! An ever-changing business environment has imposed new demands on electric cooperative directors, requiring increased knowledge of changes in the electric utility business, new governance skills and a solid… Continue reading.
As summer winds down and fall rolls in, I find myself reflecting on how good it is to be part of a community like this. Providing safe, affordable electricity is our primary mission, but being a cooperative means we go beyond the basics whenever we can. From supporting local 4-H fairs to showcasing our vehicles… Continue reading.
The power lines weren’t energized, but the competition and a 115-degree heat index made for hot times at the second annual Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, Aug. 24–25. From 24 of the state’s co-ops, 102 linemen and 28 teams tested their safety, skills and knowledge in events simulating real-life work situations. Each event required lineworkers… Continue reading.
The Til Valhalla Project was started by Korey Shaffer, a United States Marine Corps veteran who was dealing with the loss of his fellow military brothers and sisters to suicide after their service. Shaffer started to make plaques to honor those fallen heroes and preserve their legacies, knowing that he felt the same way they… Continue reading.
By Cathy Racicot As part of the cooperative’s operations and engineering team, the staking engineer is involved with designing, staking, inspecting and providing cost estimates for new electric services and system improvements. These employees play a vital role in contributing to Harrison REMC’s mission to provide reliable, safe and affordable energy to all co-op members…. Continue reading.
REMINDER! The deadline to submit HVAC and heat pump water heater rebates to the REMC is Dec. 15. Harrison REMC and Hoosier Energy (our power supplier) have joined together to offer member homeowners an incentive to save money on HVAC tune-ups and maintenance. Up to a $50 rebate per member-household may be available for those… Continue reading.
Beat the Peak is Harrison REMC’s voluntary program designed to encourage members to become more aware of the energy they use and to reduce their energy use during peak demand periods. The program is simple! During times when the cost to purchase and produce power for members is high, we issue “Beat the Peak” alerts…. Continue reading.
