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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We offer discounted energy-efficient electric equipment!
Steuben County REMC supports members by offering discounted energy-efficient water heaters available from our office. Members can purchase a 50-gallon electric water heater for $200 plus tax. The high-efficiency A.O. Smith water heaters come in two sizes — 60.5” x 22” (tall) or 49.75” x 24” (short). The unit must be installed on REMC lines…. Continue reading.
Stay comfy this summer and save!
The summer sun quickly drives up outdoor temperatures. Rather than perpetually running your air conditioner, some strategic planning can save you energy, leading to lower electric use. Steps you can take to reduce your energy costs are to: Open the windows on cool summer evenings and nights. A cool breeze in the evening and overnight… Continue reading.
Saluting our linemen
Becoming a lineworker It takes years of training to become a journeyman lineman. Many start out as a groundman. As the name implies, a groundman does not work in the air, but works on the ground assisting lineworkers by digging holes, lifting poles and raising equipment to linemen. The Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP) is… Continue reading.
Employee anniversaries
April 2: Beth Welch (19th) April 20: Ann Charlton (26th) April 30: Greg Sutton (41th)
Final call for director petitions
Petitions are now available for professional, dedicated individuals wanting to serve fellow members as part of the REMC board in districts 1 (Greenfield and Millgrove townships), District 2 (Jamestown Township), and District 9 (Otsego, Richland and Franklin townships). If you reside in one of these townships, are a member of Steuben County REMC, are a… Continue reading.
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 2017 for members with capital credits from 1996–2004. Please check the listing at www.remcsteuben.com/unclaimed-capital-credits to see if you recognize any names in this listing.
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, you must have been in your home for at least 12 consecutive months, be current on your bill before budget billing starts, stay current on your bill during the budget period, and return a… Continue reading.
Give line crews lots of room: It’s the law
National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 20-24. Steuben County REMC reminds motorists to be careful around those whose jobs put them along the roadsides. But not all work zones are for road repair. Utility crews also toil along the roadsides to build, repair and maintain electric power lines. Sometimes, crews can be around the… Continue reading.
Don’t dive into high energy costs from your pool pump this summer
The sweltering summer heat can mean diving into your swimming pool — and high diving deep into energy costs. With temperatures starting to rise, you may be eyeing the swimming pool to help cool you off this summer. If you have a pool at your home, you likely are not yearning as much for those… Continue reading.