Miami-Cass REMC
Miami-Cass REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Peru, Indiana. As a cooperative, Miami-Cass 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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Employee spotlight: Layne DeLauter
The most recent addition to the Broadway Broadband Powered by Miami-Cass REMC’s team is Layne DeLauter. She started with the company in March as an accounting specialist and is responsible for entering accounts payable, miscellaneous receivables, bank reconciliations, helping with inventory and filing. DeLauter grew up in Miami County and is a 2011 North Miami… Continue reading.
Keeping your cool
Summertime is on its way. Many of us are already planning ahead for those hot, humid days when our air conditioners become our best friends. We all know the basic rules of supply and demand — when demand goes up, the price typically goes up. The same goes for electricity: when businesses are operating and… Continue reading.
The power behind our power
You’ve likely noticed Miami-Cass REMC’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough — but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. This month, as we celebrate National Lineworker Appreciation Day on April… Continue reading.
Broadway Broadband brings high-speed internet to rural business
Don’s Amusements in Peru has been in business since 1972 and at its current rural location since 1983. The company purchases, repairs and restores a large variety of coin-operated arcade equipment and games of every kind — pinball, skee ball, valley pool tables, air hockey, and dartboards. The business was started by Don Wright and… Continue reading.
Board meets in February
Counted seven board members attending. Attorney Jeremy Fetty attended via teleconference. Jim Savage presented the WVPA report. Todd Smith presented the IEC report. Fetty presented the legal report. Rob Schwartz presented the monthly CEO report. Minutes from the previous board meeting were approved. Financial report was given by Schwartz. December monthly operating, member services and… Continue reading.
Save the date for Miami-Cass REMC’s Annual Meeting
June 16 | 6-8 p.m.Peru Circus building Look for more information in the May and June issue of Indiana Connection.
Employee spotlight: Derek Haynes
Derek Haynes, lineman foreman for Miami-Cass REMC, started his career with the cooperative in September 2018 as a lineman. He worked in that position for his first year and transitioned to lead lineman for two years before starting his current position. As lineman foreman, Haynes is responsible for informing the crew of jobs, allocating daily… Continue reading.
Long-distance charges
Drivers pulling off the interstate to fill their gas tanks may soon encounter another type of auto fueling up during their stops: electric vehicles. Wabash Valley Power is one of eight utility partners planning an electric vehicle fast charger network across Indiana. WVPA plans to install four chargers: near Interstate 65, Interstate 70, Interstate 74… Continue reading.
Are you ready to serve?
In one of the most notable inaugural speeches given, President John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” His inspiring words urged Americans to take actions that benefited the greater good. In essence, Kennedy was saying our country thrives when we all… Continue reading.
Employee spotlight: Ronnie Rubio
Our latest cooperative employee to highlight is Ronnie Rubio, an underground installer with Broadway Broadband Powered by Miami-Cass REMC. He joined the team in October 2021 and is responsible for the installation of underground fiber from the utility pole to a member’s home in preparation for connection inside the home. Rubio is a 2012 graduate… Continue reading.