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.
More Stories
Pump it up
Some of the coolest new tech for your home will chill you out in the summer and keep you toasty in the winter – while reducing your carbon footprint and lowering your energy costs. If your home is cooled by an air source heat pump, the system also heats your home in the winter. And… Continue reading.
2021 board of directors election voting instructions
Vote by Mail Mark your selection by completely filling in the box next to your choice. Detach ballot and place in the enclosed return envelope. Mail to Survey & Ballot Systems, 7653 Anagram Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Do NOT include bill payment in the return envelope. Ballots must be received by June 10. Please… Continue reading.
CEO Report: Our next chapter
2020 was without a doubt a challenging year. The impact from this pandemic certainly affected us all and it will undoubtedly bring about a new normal as we move forward. However, it’s time to move on to the next chapter in this story even if there is some lingering carry-over, and your cooperative is committed… Continue reading.
Small change changes lives
Operation Round Up is a program that allows Steuben County REMC members to automatically round up their monthly bills to the next dollar. The maximum a member would donate is $11.88/year, but an average donation is $6. The change is pooled together into a fund that is overseen by a group of members and two… Continue reading.
Meet your director candidates
Exercise one of the greatest benefits of being a member of anelectric co-op by voting for the upcoming year’s board of directors.Districts 4, 5 and 8 are up for election. District 4: Jackson TownshipMike Kurtz Mike Kurtz is a grain and cattle farmer in Jackson Township. He raises Angus and Limousin cross beef cattle, as… Continue reading.
2020 Annual Report
2020 By the Numbers 9,672: total number of members11.31: average cost per kWh11.06: meters per mile922.4: total miles of line5.3: miles added97: new services$864,000: capital credit total197,905,802: annual kWh sales
May is National Electrical Safety month
Never plug an extension cord into another extension cord. Label circuit breakers to understand the different circuits in your home. Talk to your children about the importance of practicing electrical safety. Only use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage on the light fixture.
Does the REMC owe you money?
YOUR REMC IS MORE THAN AN ELECTRIC UTILITY. IT IS LITERALLY PUTTING MONEY BACK IN YOUR POCKET. We issued checks in 2018 for members with capital credits from 2004–06. Please check the listing at www.remcsteuben.com/unclaimed-capital-credits to see if you recognize any names in this listing. Completed paperwork is due May 14.
Trivia Time
True or False? Co-ops are the only type of utility that return capital credits — to the tune of $1.2 billion annually — to their members. Answer: True
Employee anniversaries
May 4: Rod Allen, journeyman lineman/line foreman (34th) May 4: Kevin Keiser (23rd)