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Your Co-op Is Led by You
The LaGrange County REMC board is comprised of seven individuals who represent their fellow members in his or her respective district. Could one of those individuals be you? The REMC is looking for members who are passionate and hardworking. Candidates will also bring their experience and perspective to learn how to best serve their fellow… Continue reading.
Wholesale Power Cost Relief Continues into 2024
It’s no secret that the current economic climate has made things challenging for many of our members. Despite inflation slowing some, the prices of most goods and services remain high, making it increasingly difficult to make ends meet. We recognize that rising electricity costs can also be a significant burden for households, and we’re committed… Continue reading.
Energy-saving new year’s resolutions to make in 2024
What if you could be only six resolutions away from lower energy bills this year? Moreover, you can start all these energy-saving resolutions today, and most don’t even cost a thing. Ready to get started? RESOLUTION 1: I will reduce my lighting costs with LEDs. Make sure your most used lights are switched to LEDS,… Continue reading.
1st quarter tracker and relief
During this time of inflated costs to produce power, BCREMC is trying its best to alleviate the impact of increasing wholesale power costs passed onto members through the Wholesale Tracker. BCREMC will provide a relief credit for all accounts receiving electricity from BCREMC. The refund amount will be directly proportional to the kWh you use… Continue reading.
Space Heater Hazards: Be Safe and Aware
How much is that space heater really costing you? Many electric space heaters advertise that they can slash your electric bill, but they don’t advertise that they can also cause that bill to increase significantly. Whether it’s a standard electric space heater you see at Lowe’s, Menard’s, or Wal-Mart or a “ruby quartz” or “infrared”… Continue reading.
Empowering our membership through communication
Whether you are new to Decatur County REMC or you’ve been a member for a while, I’d like to start 2024 by answering some frequently asked questions we get from our members. We understand the importance of clear communication and believe that an informed membership is an empowered one. How do you pay back for… Continue reading.
Upcoming youth program opportunities
Camp Kilowatt June 5–8 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much more. Apply online at campkilowatt.org. Indiana Youth Tour June 16–23 Indiana’s electric cooperatives sponsor an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington, D.C., for high school seniors-to-be. This… Continue reading.
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Summary of October’s Board Meeting
Chairman Steve AmRhein opened the meeting, and Brian Scheidler kept the meeting minutes. All board members were present for the meeting. CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver were also present. Clay Nuhring moved to approve the agenda. Suzanne Parmer seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Michael Charbonneau of Indiana Electric Cooperatives Government Relations… Continue reading.
Electric grid 101
Electricity plays an essential role in our everyday life, although it’s not something most of us think about. It powers our homes, offices, hospitals, and schools. We depend on it to keep us warm in the winter (and cool in the summer), charge our phones, and binge our favorite TV shows. If the power goes… Continue reading.