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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Meyers graduates from apprenticeship program
On Jan. 8, Steuben County REMC’s Namon Meyers, along with 20 other lineworkers, graduated from the Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP). REAP is a four-year program, administered by Indiana Electric Cooperatives, that professionally trains apprentice lineworkers from across Indiana. Graduates complete 576 hours of classroom-related study and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training at their electric… Continue reading.
Apply for youth programs
Camp Kilowatt | June 8-11 A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2022. Horseback riding, canoeing, zip lining, trying out archery, swimming, learning about electrical safety and bucket truck rides. APPLY: Apply by March 1 at CampKilowatt.org. Indiana Youth Tour | June 16-23 Steuben County REMC wants to… Continue reading.
Do you rely on life-saving equipment? Let us know.
If you rely on life-sustaining equipment that requires power, including respirators or dialysis machines, please let us know. It is particularly important for us to be aware of these situations when the need for electrical power is especially crucial. We can keep you advised of planned outages if we are aware of these special situations…. Continue reading.
Employee anniversaries
Feb. 8: Don Snyder, tree crew foreman (23rd) Feb. 11: Steve Parnin, inventory specialist (37th) Feb. 14: Tammy Wise, member service representative, collections (32nd)
Trivia time!
Steuben County REMC’s first power bill paid to our G&T in May 1939 was for… A. $50,200.14 B. $5,214,000 C. $520.14 D. $52.14 Answer: D
Upcoming important dates
Valentine’s Day: Feb. 14 Presidents Day: Feb. 21 Director Petition Deadline: March 11 Operation Round Up Applications Due:March 25, June 24, Sept. 23, Dec. 30 2022 Annual Meeting: June 11
Get more green to go green
It now pays more than ever – literally – to consider installing a closed loop geothermal system to heat and cool your home. The Power Moves® rebate for closed loop geothermal systems has increased to $2,000 for 2022. The rebate is for closed loop geothermal heat pumps installed in new homes or in existing homes… Continue reading.
Resolve to save money this year
Don’t leave your lights on. This is a simple resolution, but it can make a big difference in your electric bill. If you’re not using the lights in a room, turn them off. This goes for living rooms and kitchens, too. Use more power strips. Even when most electric devices aren’t turned on or in… Continue reading.
Stay in the car
If your vehicle comes in contact with a utility pole or a downed power line, the most important thing is to stay inside the car! Here’s Why Power lines can fall. When a pole is struck, power lines can fall, and hardware can break loose from its insulated perches atop the pole. Fallen power lines… Continue reading.
Is your home office safe?
Making your home safe for the office Stay safe from electrical hazards: If you must use a power strip, use a name-brand product from a reputable retailer. Low-quality or counterfeit power strips may contain wiring that isn’t adequate to carry the load. Place power strips where there is plenty of air circulation to disperse heat.
Employee Milestones
The following employees were recognized for milestone anniversaries at Steuben County REMC. Namon Meyers, 5 years Daylon Ulrich, 5 years Brett Shepherd, 10 years Steve Smith, 10 years David VanAken, 15 years Beth Welch, 20 years Greg Miller, 25 years
Employee Anniversaries
Jan. 4: Dave Short, director of broadband operations (1st) Jan. 6: Hunter Stultz, right-of-way tree crew (2nd) Jan. 11: Britt Holden, communications coordinator (4th)