Kankakee Valley REMC
Kankakee Valley REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Wanatah, Indiana. As a cooperative, Kankakee Valley REMC follows seven core principles that are universal to cooperatives worldwide. Among those principles is one stressing education, training and information. Indiana Connection, a monthly magazine published especially for Indiana’s electric cooperative members, is one way the REMC informs and educates its members. Indiana Connection is available not only in a print format, but as an electronic publication for those who prefer getting their information on their electronic devices.
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Food Pantries Receive Operation Round Up Funds Totaling $20,000
With schools closed and many individuals losing their jobs, local food pantries saw a spike in demand. Kankakee Valley REMC Operation Round Up Trust recognizes that local food pantries are the lifeline for many. That’s why the Operation Round Up Trust recently donated $20,000 to area food pantries. Food pantries have been applying for… Continue reading.
Right-of-way maintenance to begin in July
Brush upkeep and tree trimming does more than keep your yard looking nice. It’s also a vital part of keeping the power to your home or business flowing efficiently and safely. Starting in July, Kankakee Valley REMC’s hired contractors will be performing right-of-way maintenance on summer foliage that poses a risk to the functionality of… Continue reading.
Interested in becoming a board member?
Due to the nationwide concerns about coronavirus (COVID-19) the KV REMC Annual Meeting has been rescheduled for Sept. 10. Since the director elections coincide with the annual meeting, we changed the required directorship meeting to June 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the KV REMC headquarters. Candidates who do not attend the meeting will not be… Continue reading.
Savings Score
Students returning to Boone Grove High School last fall were surprised to see the gym floor’s new look – and not just because it had been resurfaced. The Porter Township School Corporation received $25,000 in Power Moves® rebates from Kankakee Valley REMC. The school corporation received the rebates for upgrading Boone Grove’s lighting and fixtures… Continue reading.
Stay comfy this summer and save!
The summer sun quickly drives up outdoor temperatures. Rather than perpetually running your air conditioner, some strategic planning can save you energy, leading to lower electric use. Steps you can take to reduce your energy costs are to: Open the windows on cool summer evenings and nights. A cool breeze in the evening and overnight… Continue reading.
Pulling together
We have all heard a similar phrase: “In times of crisis, everyone pulls together.“ Over the past few weeks, that phrase has been proven at your cooperative. Planning for a health emergency, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, is unlike other business planning. Your cooperative had to be prepared to operate with a significantly smaller workforce,… Continue reading.
Celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day
When you think about the people you interact with at your local electric cooperative, you might think of the customer service representative who you spoke to with a question about your service. Perhaps you recall the lineworkers you saw working outside your home during the last rainstorm or snowstorm. Regardless of who you interacted with… Continue reading.
The health of our community is important to us
Kankakee Valley REMC offers many convenient payment options. The best part is, there are no fees for these convenient methods. Credit Card & Bank Draft Through this method, your credit or debit card is drafted each month on the due date. When using a bank draft, your savings or checking account will be drafted monthly… Continue reading.
KVREMC Annual Meeting Postponed
Due to the nationwide concerns of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), and following the recommendation of the U.S. Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) to limit large gatherings, the board of directors and management of Kankakee Valley REMC have decided to postpone the Kankakee Valley REMC Annual Meeting. It was originally scheduled for June 4, 2020…. Continue reading.
Making decisions
Your cooperative has been actively taking part in conversations both internally and with community leaders about the broadband needs in the rural areas. We recognize that many people in the communities that we serve still lack access to broadband service. Bringing broadband to the community presents new challenges beyond our core mission of providing… Continue reading.
Don’t dive into high energy costs from your pool pump this summer
The sweltering summer heat can mean diving into your swimming pool — and high diving deep into energy costs. With temperatures starting to rise, you may be eyeing the swimming pool to help cool you off this summer. If you have a pool at your home, you likely are not yearning as much for those… Continue reading.