Steuben County REMC
Steuben County REMC
is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Angola, Indiana. As a cooperative, Steuben County 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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A Wi-Fi thermostat can connect you to savings
Your high-speed internet connection can hook you up with savings — on your heating and cooling costs. As more people gain access to broadband internet connections, they may consider upgrading to a Wi-Fi thermostat. Fortunately, your local electric cooperative offers a $45 rebate for qualifying Wi-Fi thermostat upgrades. And beyond the rebate, a Wi-Fi thermostat… Continue reading.
Join us for the Steuben County REMC Annual Meeting
Steuben County REMC’s 86th annual meeting will be held virtually on June 10, with a Member Appreciation Day held on a later date. Look out for the May issue of Indiana Connection for more details and the official meeting notice.
Sign up for budget billing
Do you want to level out your electric bill? Steuben County REMC offers budget billing to help members manage their monthly bills by equalizing them each month. To be eligible to sign up for budget billing: Budget accounts are recalculated at the beginning of the calendar year, and the monthly amount is adjusted accordingly. Your… Continue reading.
Celebrating our 500th broadband installation
Steuben County REMC’s broadband project has been steadily increasing pace over the course of the last few months. So far through Phase I open zones, we have seen almost double the take rate of our early market projections. In some cases, this created a backlog of orders, extending installation lead times to up to 60… Continue reading.
Upcoming important deadlines
2023 Annual Meeting: June 10 Operation Round Up Submission Deadlines: June 30, Sept. 29, Dec. 29
Broadband update — April 2023
Phase 1 — Orland/West Otter/Salem/Helmer Phase 2 — Nevada Mills/Lake James/Crooked Lake Construction starting after Phase 1 Phase 3 — North-Central-East Angola/Fremont Construction starting after Phase 2 Phase 4 — South-East Angola/Ashley/Hudson Construction starting after Phase 3
Lineworker Appreciation Month: Honoring the power behind your power
Nearly everyone has experienced the dreaded crash of thunder before the lights go out — and the relief once the lights come back on. In the darkness, what could be missed is the dedication, effort and energy from the lineworkers who are busily braving the elements to return power to your day. You have likely… Continue reading.
Celebrate Earth Day every day by saving energy
Earth Day is April 22. If you’re looking for easy ways to reduce your energy use, you can start by:
Welcoming Neasa Kalme
As stated in the quote by Margaret Mead, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” This seems to be the case with District 6 Director, Neasa Kalme. In 2022, during the 85th Annual Meeting of the cooperative, Neasa was… Continue reading.
Don’t let the cry of ‘timber’ shiver or splinter your timbers
Trees add immeasurable value to your property but maintaining them comes with a cost. They need pruning, and sometimes heavy trimming or removal. The most common types of serious tree trimming accidents are: Electrocution — You can be seriously injured or killed if you come into contact with an electric line. If there’s a chance… Continue reading.
