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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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)
Trivia Time!
How many directors were on the first Steuben County REMC board? A. 5 B. 6 C. 7 D. 8 Answer: A. 5
Upcoming Calendar of Events
Director Petition Deadline: March 11 2022 Annual Meeting: June 11
Want to serve your community?
if you reside in district 3, 6 or 7 and are interested in running for election, contact the office to get your petition. The petition must be signed by at least 15 members and be returned to the REMC office by Friday, March 11, which is no less than 90 days prior to the 2022… Continue reading.
Stroh retires from board
When Gary Stroh was voted onto the board representing District 7 (Scott and York townships) in 1998, Steuben County REMC had been incorporated for 61 years — with 8,366 members and 800 miles of electrical line. Those 23 years have brought many changes to our cooperative, including a 45% increase in kWh purchased and a… Continue reading.